The Biden administration is directing federal agencies to ensure that new construction projects funded by the $1.2 billion infrastructure package are made with U.S.-made materials.
WASHINGTON — on Monday, the Office of Management and Budget instructs federal agencies to make sure that by mid-May, any projects to build or repair roads, bridges, water pipes or even broadband internet are made with domestic products, including iron and steel.
Agencies must also ensure that the bulk of components of any manufactured products used in the construction projects are made in the U.S.
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