S.3729 Includes Provisions for Managing Counterfeit Components

On October 10th, 2010, President Obama signed into law Act S.3729 authorizing the programs of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration for fiscal years 2011 through 2013.  Included in this Act are several provisions that deal specifically with Counterfeit Components.  Additionally Congress is requesting a Review of Procurement and Acquisition and requiring training for all employees associated with the supply chain for electronic components.

Full Text of S.3729
S.3729 Pages 99-101 Detailing Mandate to NASA regarding counterfeit components.