SC now requires American-made steel for roads, bridges and other public projects

Nearly all taxpayer-funded construction projects must be built using U.S.-made steel and iron under a new law in South Carolina.

By: Jessica Holdman

Outlets: South Carolina Daily Gazette

Published: July 4, 2026

Words: 875

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 2 days ago

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COLUMBIA — Nearly all taxpayer-funded construction projects must be built using U.S.-made steel and iron under a new law signed by Gov. Henry McMaster.

The law, pushed by South Carolina steel companies, passed through the General Assembly with almost no opposition. The House gave unanimous approval. Only two senators — one Republican and one Democrat — voted against the measure before the governor signed it June 30.

“We want to keep our steel …

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