H.R. 9718: Reshoring American Manufacturing Act of 2026

The Reshoring American Manufacturing Act of 2026 (H.R. 9718) is a bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on July 15, 2026, by Representative Tony Wied (R-WI). The bill mandates the Small Business Administration (SBA) to create and maintain a website within 60 days of enactment. This website will provide resources and information to assist small businesses in bringing their manufacturing operations back to the United States. The site will include contact details for relevant SBA offices and partner organizations, as well as other pertinent information determined by the SBA's Office of Manufacturing and Trade. Additionally, the bill requires annual updates to the website, incorporating input from the SBA's Chief Counsel for Advocacy to ensure the information remains current and useful.

H.R. 9718 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Tony Wied (Republican) and is currently listed as “Reported by Committee”. It is classified under the Commerce policy area, one of 134 bills in that area we track this Congress.

Tony Wied is the sponsor of 5 bills in our database this Congress, so H.R. 9718 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.

Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 9718 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Commerce is 2.1/10.

Supporters of H.R. 9718 argue that the bill is a proactive step toward revitalizing American manufacturing by providing small businesses with essential resources to onshore their operations. They believe that by centralizing information and support, the bill will facilitate the return of manufacturing jobs to the U.S., thereby strengthening the domestic economy and reducing reliance on foreign supply chains. Proponents also highlight the bipartisan support the bill has received, indicating a shared commitment to bolstering American industry.

Critics of H.R. 9718 express concerns about the bill's effectiveness in addressing the complex challenges associated with reshoring manufacturing. They argue that merely providing information through a website may not be sufficient to overcome significant obstacles such as higher domestic production costs, labor shortages, and outdated infrastructure. Some also question whether the bill addresses the root causes that led businesses to offshore manufacturing in the first place, suggesting that more comprehensive policy measures may be necessary to achieve meaningful change.

The analysis of H.R. 9718, the Reshoring American Manufacturing Act of 2026, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the sponsor Tony Wied's top donor industries and the bill's subject matter. This indicates a lower likelihood of conflicts of interest arising from the financial backing of the sponsor. Since the bill focuses on promoting domestic manufacturing, it is essential to note that the absence of overlapping donor industries suggests that the motivations behind the bill may not be influenced by the financial interests of major donors. Voters should be aware that while the risk of conflict is low, ongoing scrutiny of campaign contributions is vital to ensure transparency and accountability in legislative processes.