The Defense Production Act Committee (DPAC): A Primer

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The Defense Production Act Committee (DPAC): A Primer

Published Feb 23, 2021Updated Jun 21, 2025

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HR 4809113th Congress
To reauthorize the Defense Production Act, to improve the Defense Production Act Committee, and for other purposes.
Sep 26, 2014 · Became Public Law No: 113-172.

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