Senators Advance Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen U.S. Supply Chains

The Promoting Resilient Supply Chains Act, reintroduced by Senators Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), aims to bolster U.S. supply chains and prevent future disruptions. Following its approval by the Senate Commerce Committee, the bill now awaits a vote on the Senate floor.

The legislation proposes creating a Supply Chain Resiliency Program within the Department of Commerce to monitor critical industries, identify vulnerabilities and reduce reliance on foreign adversaries such as China. Additionally, a Supply Chain Resilience Working Group would be established to map and evaluate supply chains, report findings to Congress and recommend strategies to enhance their stability and resilience.

Senator Cantwell highlighted the bill’s potential to prevent shortages, lower costs and create manufacturing jobs. Senator Blackburn emphasized its importance in reducing reliance on adversaries and ensuring the availability of essential goods. Industry leaders have praised the bill for its proactive approach in addressing vulnerabilities exposed by recent global disruptions.

While the Department of Commerce typically focuses on broader economic issues, TIA supports initiatives that strengthen supply chain stability and resilience. TIA will continue to monitor the progress of this bill and explore opportunities to participate in the proposed working group.