Coast Guard Personnel Equipment Act
A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to include the Coast Guard in the requirement to buy certain articles from American sources.
The Coast Guard Personnel Equipment Act, SB4533, aims to modify existing law to ensure that the U.S. Coast Guard follows the same requirements as other military branches for purchasing certain equipment from American sources. This bill seeks to bolster domestic manufacturing and support U.S. jobs by mandating that Coast Guard equipment be sourced domestically.
This bill would affect all Coast Guard personnel and the suppliers that provide equipment to them. By mandating the purchase of equipment from American sources, it could lead to increased business for U.S. manufacturers and a stronger domestic supply chain for Coast Guard equipment.
As of May 14, 2026, SB4533 has been introduced and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Key actions include its introduction and referral to committee, where it will be reviewed and potentially marked up before moving forward in the legislative process.
