FORKS Made in America Permanency Act of 2025

# FORKS Made in America Permanency Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would make permanent a "Made in America" requirement for forks and related utensils used in federal programs. Currently, federal agencies must prioritize purchasing American-made forks under existing procurement rules, but these requirements may be temporary or subject to change.

This bill would lock in that preference as permanent law, ensuring long-term commitments to domestic fork manufacturing. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects federal agencies that purchase utensils (such as the Department of Defense, schools, prisons, and other government facilities), American fork manufacturers and workers, and potentially federal contractors who supply these items to government programs. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee in the House of Representatives, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full chamber. It was introduced by Representative Claudia Tenney (R-NY) in the 119th Congress.