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Pentagon Invokes Defense Production Act to Bolster Munitions Supply Chain

The Pentagon is taking a proactive approach to strengthening its munitions supply chain, leveraging the Defense Production Act to foster long-term industrial coordination through voluntary agreements. It’s a carefully planned move that’s taken nine months to come to fruition, according to Michael Cadenazzi, the Pentagon’s industrial base policy chief.

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Government official stands near military equipment crates at munitions factory.

Pentagon Invokes Defense Production Act to Boost Munitions Output

The Pentagon is turning to the Defense Production Act to supercharge munitions production, allowing it to bring suppliers together to tackle bottlenecks and boost output. By invoking the Act, the department can facilitate collaborative agreements among suppliers that would otherwise be off-limits due to antitrust concerns.

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