The Warren Sun

Today, the House of Representatives approved the Promoting Resilient Supply Chains Act, introduced by Congressman John James (MI-10). The bill seeks to enhance American supply chains, create manufacturing jobs, and reduce consumer costs nationwide.

The legislation, identified as H.R. 2444, proposes a comprehensive strategy for monitoring and strengthening U.S. supply chains. It aims to employ advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and quantum computing to help the Department of Commerce predict and mitigate potential supply chain disruptions, from natural disasters to geopolitical issues, before they affect American households and businesses.

"As a former automotive supply-chain executive representing the #1 manufacturing district in the nation, I know firsthand that our dependence on adversarial foreign supply-chains is a problem we can no longer ignore," said Congressman James. "This legislation is about bringing jobs back home, lowering costs for hardworking families, and ensuring our national security. It’s time to secure our own future by putting America First.I’m thrilled that this bill—which fully reinforces President Trump’s vision for secure supply chains—passed the House. I look forward to the bill moving to his desk and being signed into law.”

The bill outlines several key provisions, including creating a Supply Chain Resiliency Program within the Department of Commerce to identify and address gaps in critical industries and technologies; establishing an Early Warning System to use advanced technology to predict and prevent disruptions; fostering public-private collaboration to develop best practices for supply chain security; and reducing dependence on adversarial nations by encouraging domestic manufacturing and diversifying supply sources.

The timing of the bill is significant as recent years have underscored the risks of relying heavily on foreign supply chains, particularly those controlled by the Chinese Communist Party. The Promoting Resilient Supply Chains Act aims to protect economic stability and secure national interests by emphasizing American innovation and workforce development long-term.

Rep. James introduced the legislation alongside Reps. Debbie Dingell, Erin Houchin, Pat Ryan, and Robin Kelly.