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Expanding the Definition of Critical Minerals to Secure Key Materials.

This law expands the official definition of "critical minerals" to include additional "critical materials" essential for technology and domestic production. The goal is to apply existing government support and policies to a wider range of raw materials. This change aims to strengthen domestic supply chains, potentially stabilizing the cost and availability of modern products like batteries and electronics.
Key points
The federal definition of "critical mineral" is expanded to include "critical materials" as determined by the Secretary of Energy.
This change broadens the scope of resources eligible for support under the Energy Act of 2020.
The Secretary of Energy must update the official list of critical minerals within 45 days of identifying a new critical material.
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Print number: 118_S_5274
Sponsor: Sen. Sinema, Kyrsten [I-AZ]
Process start date: 2024-09-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5274.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-09-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The federal definition of "critical mineral" is expanded to include "critical materials" as determined by the Secretary of Energy.
  • This change broadens the scope of resources eligible for support under the Energy Act of 2020.
  • The Secretary of Energy must update the official list of critical minerals within 45 days of identifying a new critical material.
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. Sinema, Kyrsten [I-AZ].

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 2025-12-26.

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Economy