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NCTO commends the House for passing the FY 2026 NDAA with critical provisions that will bolster US manufacturing. Credit: Dragos Asaftei\/Shutterstock.com.<\/p>\n
NCTO explains the House National Defence Authorisation Act (NDAA) bill, which sets policy and funding priorities for the US military, includes a key provision that would eliminate a statutory exemption under the Berry Amendment that acts as a loophole allowing the US military to buy textiles abroad instead of from US textile manufacturers as long as the purchase is at or below a small purchase threshold of $150,000. <\/p>\n
It argues the loophole has undercut the Berry Amendment, which requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to purchase 100% US-made textiles and clothing.<\/p>\n
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NCTO also shares that the NDAA incorporates language from the Better Outfitting Our Troops (BOOTS) Act that it has championed. It directs the Secretary of Defense to issue regulations within two years that prohibit any member of the Armed forces from wearing optional combat boots unless they are made in the US with American-made components, with limited exceptions. <\/p>\n NCTO states: \u201cThe measure closes another gap that has allowed active-duty troops to be supplied with foreign-made boots, undermining US footwear manufacturers.\u201d <\/p>\n NCTO president and CEO Kim Glas adds: \u201cWe commend the House for passing the FY 2026 NDAA with these critical provisions that bolster American manufacturing, strengthen economic competitiveness, and ensure our Armed Forces are equipped with the best US-made uniforms and gear. <\/p>\n \u201cOur industry produces more than 8,000 products annually for the US military \u2014including over $1.8bn in uniforms, footwear, and personal equipment \u2014 and plays a vital role in our national defense.\u201d <\/p>\n She notes NCTO appreciates the leadership of Congressman Don Davis (D-NC) and Congressman Pat Harrigan (R-NC), who led efforts to close the Berry Amendment loophole and co-sponsored the amendment to the NDAA.<\/p>\n Glas asserts that these provisions \u201cwill expand opportunities for US textile manufacturers, safeguard domestic supply chains, and ensure our troops continue to receive innovative, high-quality American-made products\u201d. <\/p>\n She concludes: \u201cWe urge the Senate to include these measures in its version of the legislation and look forward to working with both chambers to ensure the provisions are included in the final conference report.\u201d<\/p>\n Earlier this week, the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates\u2019 shared the most recent Global Port Tracker, which show the trade outlook for the final months of 2025 will see tariffs continuing to have a significant impact on US trade.<\/a><\/p>\n \n Sign up for our daily news round-up! Just Style Excellence Awards – The Benefits of Entering<\/p>\n Gain the recognition you deserve! The Just Style Excellence Awards<\/a> celebrate innovation, leadership, and impact. By entering, you showcase your achievements, elevate your industry profile, and position yourself among top leaders driving apparel and textile industry advancements. Don\u2019t miss your chance to stand out\u2014submit your entry today!<\/p>\n
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