The bill amends the Steel Products Procurement Act to enhance requirements for the use of steel products in public works projects that receive public funding or tax incentives. It introduces new provisions that mandate any person initiating such projects to use steel products produced in the United States. This requirement extends to all subcontracts associated with the project, ensuring compliance throughout the entire construction process.

Additionally, the bill establishes stricter guidelines for public agencies regarding payments made to contractors. It stipulates that no public agency can authorize payments unless the contractor provides adequate documentation proving that the steel products used were melted and manufactured in the United States. If payments are made in violation of this requirement, they can be recovered from the responsible parties, including contractors and suppliers, by the public agency or the Attorney General of Pennsylvania. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.