Executive Order Increases Scrutiny on Buy American Act and Made in America Products

A new executive order (EO) aimed at strengthening enforcement of "Made in America" claims signals increased scrutiny for companies selling products in the U.S. – including those supplying the federal government. The EO directs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to prioritize enforcement against deceptive origin claims and consider new rules addressing online marketplaces that fail to verify sellers' country-of-origin representations. It also encourages federal agencies with oversight of... By: Holland & Knight LLP