A bill to require the Secretary of Defense to issue regulations requiring that optional combat boots worn by members of the Armed Forces wear be made in the United States, and for other purposes.

# S 2199 Summary This bill would require the U.S. Department of Defense to create regulations ensuring that optional combat boots available to military service members are manufactured in the United States. Currently, service members can choose to wear certain optional boots that may be made overseas. The bill aims to shift this by mandating domestic production for these voluntary uniform items. The legislation would primarily affect active-duty military personnel and the defense contracting industry.

It would benefit U.S. manufacturers of military equipment while potentially increasing costs for the Department of Defense, depending on domestic production capacity and pricing. The bill is sponsored by Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-Illinois). **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. It remains in the early stages of the legislative process.