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Boosting Domestic Sourcing of Critical Materials for US National Defense.

This legislation mandates the Department of Defense (DoD) to prepare a detailed briefing on how to increase the purchase of strategic and critical materials from US domestic sources. The primary goal is to reduce reliance on foreign supply chains, thereby strengthening national security and supporting American manufacturing. This move could lead to increased investment and job creation in domestic mining and processing industries.
Key points
The DoD must identify 10 key materials and recommend specific amounts to be procured domestically over a three-year period by March 2026.
A list of these materials and target domestic procurement percentages must be made public to inform US industry and allies.
The law aims to secure supply chains for essential defense materials and mitigate national security vulnerabilities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3164
Sponsor: Sen. Slotkin, Elissa [D-MI]
Process start date: 2025-11-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to require a briefing on increasing procurement of strategic and critical materials from sources in the United States.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3164.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-11-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The DoD must identify 10 key materials and recommend specific amounts to be procured domestically over a three-year period by March 2026.
  • A list of these materials and target domestic procurement percentages must be made public to inform US industry and allies.
  • The law aims to secure supply chains for essential defense materials and mitigate national security vulnerabilities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Slotkin, Elissa [D-MI].

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 2025-12-23.

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Security Economy