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US S3352

US S3352
American Grown Act


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Introduced
02/27/2020
In Committee
02/27/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

116th Congress

Bill Summary

A bill to require that Federal agencies only procure cut flowers and cut greens grown in the United States, and for other purposes. This bill requires cut flowers and cut greens procured for decorative use with federal funds to be grown in the United States.

AI Summary

This bill, the American Grown Act, requires federal agencies to only procure cut flowers and cut greens that are grown in the United States, including in states, the District of Columbia, territories and possessions of the United States, and areas under the jurisdiction of federally recognized Indian tribes. The bill defines "cut flower" as a flower removed from a living plant for decorative use, and "cut green" as a green, foliage, or branch removed from a living plant for decorative use. The requirement applies to procurement made or contracted for one year after the bill's enactment.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (on 02/27/2020)

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