H.R.2765 - Securing America’s Federal Equipment Supply Chains Act; SAFE Supply Chains Act (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.2765, the SAFE Supply Chains Act, aims to secure America's federal equipment supply chains by requiring the Department of Defense (DoD) to procure information and communications technology (ICT) products from original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) or authorized resellers. This bill intends to mitigate risks associated with counterfeit or compromised ICT products entering the DoD's supply chain. The Act includes definitions for key terms like 'authorized reseller,' 'covered product,' and 'original equipment manufacturer,' and provides a waiver process for specific circumstances.
Expected Effects
The bill will likely change the DoD's procurement practices for ICT products, potentially increasing costs and administrative burden. It may also lead to a more secure supply chain, reducing the risk of compromised technology. The vendor technical assistance provision could help smaller businesses become authorized resellers.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced national security through a more secure ICT supply chain.
- Reduced risk of counterfeit or compromised technology in DoD systems.
- Potential for increased transparency and accountability in DoD procurement.
- Support for original equipment manufacturers and authorized resellers.
- Vendor technical assistance to help entities become authorized resellers.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential increase in procurement costs for the Department of Defense.
- Possible delays in procurement due to limited sourcing options.
- Increased administrative burden for the DoD to manage waivers and ensure compliance.
- May disadvantage smaller businesses that are not OEMs or authorized resellers.
- No new funds are authorized, potentially straining existing DoD resources.
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Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the Constitution's objective to "provide for the common defence" (Preamble). Congress has the power to raise and support armies (Article I, Section 8), which implicitly includes the power to regulate procurement practices to ensure military readiness and security. The bill does not appear to infringe on any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).