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Critical Minerals Council Established to Secure Domestic Supply Chains and Reduce Foreign Reliance.

This act establishes the National Critical Minerals Council within the Executive Office of the President to create a strategy for reducing US reliance on foreign adversaries for essential mineral imports. The Council's work aims to stabilize supply chains crucial for modern technology and national defense. This effort is intended to support long-term economic stability and ensure the availability of consumer goods like electronics and batteries.
Key points
Creation of a new high-level government council, chaired by the Vice President, to coordinate federal mineral and mining policy.
Primary objective is to reduce vulnerabilities and single points of failure in critical mineral supply chains.
The Council will coordinate federal research funding and track investments made by foreign adversaries in the global mineral sector.
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Print number: 118_S_5030
Sponsor: Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO]
Process start date: 2024-09-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

National Critical Minerals Council Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5030.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-09-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of a new high-level government council, chaired by the Vice President, to coordinate federal mineral and mining policy.
  • Primary objective is to reduce vulnerabilities and single points of failure in critical mineral supply chains.
  • The Council will coordinate federal research funding and track investments made by foreign adversaries in the global mineral sector.
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. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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