The Town of Jonesboro respectfully disagrees with the characterization of this finding. While the Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) has been in effect since November 2021, the Town has not received any prior audit findings or notices of noncompliance related to BABA in previous grant cycles or during past administrations. To date, there has been no formal 113 notification or technical assistance provided by federal or state agencies to guide the Town in implementing these requirements in its procurement policies. Nevertheless, the Town fully understands the intent and importance of the BABA provisions, which aim to promote domestic manufacturing and ensure compliance in the use of materials for federally funded infrastructure projects. In light of this finding, the Town will take the following corrective actions: 1. Policy and Procedure Updates: The Town will revise its existing procurement policies to explicitly include compliance requirements for the Build America, Buy America Act, including the use of U.S.-produced iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials in all federally funded infrastructure projects. 2. Training and Awareness: Staff involved in procurement, grant administration, and capital infrastructure will undergo appropriate training to ensure a clear understanding of BABA regulations and documentation requirements. The Town will also coordinate with the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality and the Environmental Protection Agency to obtain relevant training materials and compliance tools. 3. Future Audit Integration: Although the Town has not previously received findings related to BABA, this issue will now be incorporated into internal compliance checklists and future audit procedures to ensure consistent adherence going forward. The Town of Jonesboro is committed to full compliance with federal funding regulations and will implement all necessary improvements to ensure that future federally funded projects align with BABA requirements.