The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) commends the House of Representatives for passing the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The legislation reinforces the Berry Amendment, mandating the Department of Defense (DOD) to procure 100 per cent USmade textiles and clothing, while introducing new measures to bolster domestic manufacturing.
Key provisions include authorizing the Secretary of Defense to establish pre-positioned stocks of defense textiles needed for contingency operations while developing plans to mitigate delays in ramping up supply. Additionally, the legislation enhances transparency for domestic nonavailability determinations (DNADs) by mandating annual public disclosure and requiring the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment to maintain and share a comprehensive DNAD list with Congress and industry.
“These provisions strengthen the domestic textile industry’s role in national defense,” said NCTO President and CEO Kim Glas. “The Berry Amendment supports a secure, USbased supply chain for critical defense materials, reducing reliance on foreign suppliers like China.”
US textile mills produce over 8,000 products annually for the military, including advanced uniforms and equipment valued at more than $1.8 billion. This industry ensures the highest quality goods for US armed forces while safeguarding national security through innovative, American-made materials.
Glas emphasized the strategic importance of the domestic textile industry, urging swift Senate approval of the NDAA. “A robust US textile base is essential for providing our military with the vital materials they need,” she said.
The NCTO looks forward to continued collaboration with policymakers to support American manufacturing and defense readiness.
