This bill amends existing Washington state law regarding public works projects to ensure that products used in these projects are manufactured in the United States. Key definitions are added, including "manufactured product," which refers to articles that have been processed or combined to create new products, and "manufactured in the United States," which specifies that all manufacturing processes for iron or steel products must occur domestically. Additionally, the bill mandates that any public works project receiving over $500,000 in state funds must require that iron, steel, aluminum, and manufactured products be sourced from U.S. manufacturers, with provisions for waivers under certain conditions.

Furthermore, the bill establishes penalties for misrepresentation regarding the origin of products used in public works projects. If a party is found to have falsely labeled a product as "Made in America," they will be ineligible to bid on future public works contracts. The bill also includes a requirement for arbitration through the state’s Department of Labor and Industries for disputes arising from these provisions. Lastly, a severability clause is included to ensure that if any part of the act conflicts with federal requirements, that part will be inoperative, but the remainder of the act will still apply.

Statutes affected:
Original bill: 39.04.010