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Battery Production Support: New Grant Programs for US Industry

This act establishes grant programs to develop domestic battery material processing and recycling. It aims to enhance US energy security, reduce reliance on foreign suppliers, and create new jobs, especially in low-income communities.
Key points
The act authorizes a total of $6 billion to support companies involved in battery material processing, manufacturing, and recycling.
Grant programs aim to build new facilities and upgrade existing ones, fostering the growth of the North American battery industry.
Priority will be given to US-owned entities that do not use battery materials supplied by foreign entities of concern.
The act promotes job creation, partnerships with universities and Indian Tribes, and solutions that reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3066
Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Process start date: 2021-10-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Battery Material Processing and Component Manufacturing Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3066.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-10-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The act authorizes a total of $6 billion to support companies involved in battery material processing, manufacturing, and recycling.
  • Grant programs aim to build new facilities and upgrade existing ones, fostering the growth of the North American battery industry.
  • Priority will be given to US-owned entities that do not use battery materials supplied by foreign entities of concern.
  • The act promotes job creation, partnerships with universities and Indian Tribes, and solutions that reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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 Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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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