Ban on Chinese products starts today despite confusion over acquisition rule

Published: Aug. 13, 2020, 1:20 p.m.

b"It's possible there's never been as much debate or discussion about the word \\u201cuse\\u201d as we've heard over the last month. That's because \\u201cuse\\u201d is the key word in the Section 889 provision's lexicon. Do contractors \\u201cuse\\u201d now prohibited Chinese-made telecommunications products and services? If so, Section 889 says they've got to remove those products or services, if they want any more contracts from federal agencies. Executive editor Jason Miller joined the Federal Drive with why this simple word is causing so much concern.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices"