IL HR0372

Establishes state policy for Illinois and its localities to preferentially purchase iron and steel produced in the United States for taxpayer-funded infrastructure projects whenever possible.

Defines American-produced steel as products where all manufacturing processes from initial melting through application of coatings occur in the United States.

Cites concerns about Chinese steel dumping, predatory pricing, and job losses in American manufacturing, including 340,000 fewer manufacturing workers in Illinois over 20 years.

References Chicago Transit Authority's $1.3 billion rail car contract awarded to Chinese company CRRC, citing quality deficiencies in Boston and Singapore projects as rationale for domestic procurement preference.

Directs state resources toward maximizing American job creation and economic growth by ensuring Illinois taxpayer dollars support domestic steel and manufacturing industries.