Recognizing the Importance of Critical Minerals in Healthcare Act of 2023

1/17/2025, 3:11 AM

Recognizing the Importance of Critical Minerals in Healthcare Act of 2023

This act requires the Department of the Interior to include the Department of Health and Human Services in consultations regarding designations of critical minerals, elements, substances, and materials.

Bill 118 hr 6395, also known as the Recognizing the Importance of Critical Minerals in Healthcare Act of 2023, aims to address the importance of critical minerals in the healthcare industry. Critical minerals are essential components in various medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and other healthcare products.

The bill recognizes the significance of these minerals in ensuring the availability and effectiveness of healthcare products and services. It emphasizes the need for a stable and secure supply chain of critical minerals to support the healthcare industry and protect public health.

The legislation calls for the development of a comprehensive strategy to promote the responsible production and sourcing of critical minerals for healthcare applications. This strategy will involve collaboration between government agencies, industry stakeholders, and other relevant parties to ensure the availability of these essential minerals. Additionally, the bill seeks to increase research and development efforts related to critical minerals in healthcare, as well as promote innovation and technological advancements in this field. By investing in research and development, the legislation aims to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of critical mineral production and use in healthcare. Overall, Bill 118 hr 6395 highlights the importance of critical minerals in healthcare and proposes measures to support their responsible production and use. By recognizing the significance of these minerals and promoting strategic initiatives to ensure their availability, the legislation aims to strengthen the healthcare industry and safeguard public health.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 6395

Introduced on
2023-11-14

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

10/22/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate
To President
Signed by President
Became Public Law

Purpose and Summary

Recognizing the Importance of Critical Minerals in Healthcare Act of 2023

This act requires the Department of the Interior to include the Department of Health and Human Services in consultations regarding designations of critical minerals, elements, substances, and materials.

Bill 118 hr 6395, also known as the Recognizing the Importance of Critical Minerals in Healthcare Act of 2023, aims to address the importance of critical minerals in the healthcare industry. Critical minerals are essential components in various medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and other healthcare products.

The bill recognizes the significance of these minerals in ensuring the availability and effectiveness of healthcare products and services. It emphasizes the need for a stable and secure supply chain of critical minerals to support the healthcare industry and protect public health.

The legislation calls for the development of a comprehensive strategy to promote the responsible production and sourcing of critical minerals for healthcare applications. This strategy will involve collaboration between government agencies, industry stakeholders, and other relevant parties to ensure the availability of these essential minerals. Additionally, the bill seeks to increase research and development efforts related to critical minerals in healthcare, as well as promote innovation and technological advancements in this field. By investing in research and development, the legislation aims to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of critical mineral production and use in healthcare. Overall, Bill 118 hr 6395 highlights the importance of critical minerals in healthcare and proposes measures to support their responsible production and use. By recognizing the significance of these minerals and promoting strategic initiatives to ensure their availability, the legislation aims to strengthen the healthcare industry and safeguard public health.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Energy Act of 2020 to require the Secretary of the Interior to include the Secretary of Health and Human Services in consultations regarding designations of critical minerals, elements, substances, and materials.

Policy Areas
Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact
Advisory bodies•
Health technology, devices, supplies•
Manufacturing•
Mining

Comments

APPROVED
EW
Esteban Weiner
@angelica_oregano_hoja_santa29262
why dis bill gotta mess with my healthcare like dat? dis is sum bs, i ain't down with it at all. why dey gotta make things so complicated for us regular folks? dis ain't right, i tell ya. smh.

APPROVED
CH
Charli Hardin
@rugbrd_kale_curry_powder78275
I think this bill is a step in the wrong direction. It may have good intentions, but the potential consequences for individuals like myself are concerning. It could lead to increased costs for healthcare and limited access to critical minerals. This ...

APPROVED
KW
Kaylani Wolfe
@gochujang_green_pepper_shiso88308
This bill is a joke, how does it even help us? I don't get it.

Recent Activity

Latest Summary1/14/2025

Recognizing the Importance of Critical Minerals in Healthcare Act of 2023

This act requires the Department of the Interior to include the Department of Health and Human Services in consultations regarding designations of cri...


Latest Action1/4/2025
Became Public Law No: 118-233.