Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act

Securing America's Critical Minerals Supply Act

This bill requires the Department of Energy (DOE) to secure the supply of critical energy resources that are essential to the energy security of the United States.

As part of its duties, DOE must

• conduct ongoing assessments of the supply of critical energy resources,
• strengthen the supply chains for those resources,
• develop substitutes and alternatives to those resources,
• improve technology that reuses and recycles critical energy resources, and
• assess how energy security is affected by the reliance of the United States on the importation of critical energy resources.

Bill 118 hr 1068, also known as the Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address the issue of securing a stable and reliable supply of critical minerals for the United States.

Critical minerals are essential for a wide range of industries, including technology, defense, and energy. However, the US currently relies heavily on imports for many of these minerals, which can pose a risk to national security and economic stability.

The Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act aims to reduce this reliance on foreign sources by promoting domestic production of critical minerals. The bill includes provisions to streamline the permitting process for mining projects, encourage research and development of new technologies for mineral extraction, and establish a national strategy for critical minerals. Additionally, the bill seeks to improve coordination between federal agencies, industry stakeholders, and other countries to ensure a stable supply chain for critical minerals. This includes efforts to identify potential sources of critical minerals within the US and develop partnerships with other countries to secure access to these resources. Overall, the Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act is designed to strengthen the US’s position in the global market for critical minerals and reduce the country’s vulnerability to supply chain disruptions. By promoting domestic production and strategic partnerships, the bill aims to ensure a stable and reliable supply of critical minerals for the US economy and national security.