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Boosting US Cobalt Production: Security and Environmental Protection

This act aims to increase domestic cobalt production, vital for defense and modern technologies, to reduce import reliance. It establishes a program for purchasing US-refined cobalt, emphasizing eco-friendly methods and eliminating forced labor. Citizens may experience enhanced national security and support for domestic industry.
Key points
Increased domestic cobalt production: The US will purchase domestically refined cobalt to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers, especially China.
Combating unethical practices: The act requires cobalt to come from sources free of slave and forced child labor.
Environmental protection: Cobalt refining methods that minimize negative impact on air, water, and soil will be prioritized.
Investment in domestic industry: $800 million is allocated for a cobalt purchase program from US refineries from 2024-2028.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8808
Sponsor: Rep. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19]
Process start date: 2022-09-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

COBALT Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8808.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased domestic cobalt production: The US will purchase domestically refined cobalt to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers, especially China.
  • Combating unethical practices: The act requires cobalt to come from sources free of slave and forced child labor.
  • Environmental protection: Cobalt refining methods that minimize negative impact on air, water, and soil will be prioritized.
  • Investment in domestic industry: $800 million is allocated for a cobalt purchase program from US refineries from 2024-2028.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Economy Security Environment