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Expanding Critical Mineral Definition to Include Critical Materials

This act amends the definition of "critical mineral" to include "critical material." This means the government will consider more raw materials as vital for national security and the economy, potentially impacting their availability and prices. For citizens, this could lead to greater stability in the supply of products containing these materials, such as electronics or batteries.
Key points
The definition of "critical mineral" will be expanded to include "critical material," increasing the list of strategically important raw materials.
The Secretary of Energy will be required to update the list of critical minerals within 45 days of a new material being designated as critical.
These changes may influence mining and trade policies, potentially stabilizing prices and availability of key components for industry and consumers.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_714
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2025-02-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_714.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The definition of "critical mineral" will be expanded to include "critical material," increasing the list of strategically important raw materials.
  • The Secretary of Energy will be required to update the list of critical minerals within 45 days of a new material being designated as critical.
  • These changes may influence mining and trade policies, potentially stabilizing prices and availability of key components for industry and consumers.
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. Lee, Mike [R-UT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

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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