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BillHR 8038 · 119

DPA Private-Sector Outreach Act of 2026

Introduced
Mar 24, 2026
Cosponsors
1
Traction
0
Last Action
Mar 24, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes outreach efforts to the private sector under the Defense Production Act, which helps the government work with companies during emergencies. Requires the government to inform and involve private companies in its plans.

Sponsored By

Joyce Beatty
Democrat · Ohio · House

Bill Journey

  1. Mar 24, 2026
  2. Mar 24, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  3. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  4. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  5. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects private-sector companies, particularly those involved in defense production, by increasing their involvement in government planning and outreach. It also impacts government agencies responsible for emergency preparedness and response by requiring them to engage with private companies.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
2backers
  • Democratic1
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors1 · 100%

Documents

1

Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.

Cosponsors (1)

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
IntroducedMar 24, 2026
Last UpdatedMar 24, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Subjects
  • Economy

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.