
That’s Not ‘Buy America’ Various Origin Requirements in the United States for Importers
By Harold Jackson, Associate Attorney, Braumiller Law Group
You’ve probably heard about the many recent changes to the “Buy America” and procurement rules, starting with Executive Orders in the late 2010’s under then President Trump, several sessions of Congress, and modifications by President Biden. These changes have prompted questions from importers. What is Buy America? What sort of waivers will, or will not, apply to my imported merchandise?