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Seabed Mineral Access: New Jobs and Supply Chain Security

This resolution calls for regulations to allow the collection of critical minerals from the international seabed, aiming to secure reliable supply chains for America, create high-wage jobs, and reduce reliance on China. Citizens may benefit from new employment opportunities and increased national economic stability.
Key points
Support for collecting seabed minerals to strengthen American supply chains and reduce foreign dependency.
Potential creation of new, high-wage jobs in the mineral extraction and processing sectors within the United States.
Enhancing national security by ensuring access to minerals vital for defense technologies and clean energy.
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Print number: 118_HRES_1082
Sponsor: Rep. Hunt, Wesley [R-TX-38]
Process start date: 2024-03-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Calling upon the International Seabed Authority to adopt regulations allowing the collection of critical minerals from the international seabed area, which will enable America to regain reliable and responsible supply chains, provide high-wage jobs for United States citizens, secure supply chains away from the People's Republic of China's dominance of the critical mineral supply chain, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_1082.

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 2024-03-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Support for collecting seabed minerals to strengthen American supply chains and reduce foreign dependency.
  • Potential creation of new, high-wage jobs in the mineral extraction and processing sectors within the United States.
  • Enhancing national security by ensuring access to minerals vital for defense technologies and clean energy.
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. Hunt, Wesley [R-TX-38].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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