Make it in America" is a new legislative initiative from House Democrats to increase American manufacturing and create new American jobs.  This effort builds on House Democrats' actions since the start of the Great Recession to create jobs and lay the foundation for a strong economy. 


Make it in America"Make it in America" bills that have passed the House:  

News on Make it in America Initiative: 

  • House Democrats plan manufacturing jobs push (Public Broadcasting, July 20, 2010)
    Democrats in the House of Representatives are planning action on a number of bills to boost U.S. manufacturing jobs, House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer said on Tuesday. "We want to focus on ... 'Made in America,'" Hoyer told reporters. "We want to focus on encouraging -- and yes, tax benefits would be part of this -- expanding manufacturing."
  • House passes tariff bill to help manufacturers (Reuters, July 21, 2010)
    The House of Representatives approved a bill on Wednesday to help U.S. manufacturers by suspending import duties on hundreds of raw materials they use to make finished goods.
  • US House votes to help manufacturers (AFP, July 21, 2010)
    The US House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly Wednesday to temporarily lift tariffs on hundreds of imported raw materials used by US manufacturers struggling in the sour economy.
  • Democrats Score Big Win on Jobs Bill (Roll Call, July 22, 2010)
    House Democrats trumpeted a blowout victory Wednesday on the first item on their revamped jobs agenda — not only because they racked up a much-needed accomplishment but also because they drove a wedge between Republican rank-and-file Members and their leadership.

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