S 985 · in committee · significant

PROTECT USA Act of 2025

What this bill does

This bill prevents U.S. businesses from complying with foreign sustainability regulations like the EU's Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive.
It applies to federal contractors, defense manufacturers, and companies in extraction, manufacturing, and raw material production.
Violators face up to $1 million in fines and three-year bans from federal contracts; affected companies can sue for damages.

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Community Threads

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How would preventing compliance with foreign sustainability rules affect U.S. companies competing in European markets that require such standards?
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Which industries and workers might face consequences if federal contractors are barred from complying with international environmental regulations?
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What trade-offs exist between protecting U.S. businesses from foreign regulations and maintaining access to international supply chains and contracts?

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