Purpose and Summary
Chamber: House
Introduced date: 2024-05-17
The Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2024, also known as Bill 118 hr 8446, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of critical mineral supply chain consistency in 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 foreign sources for these minerals, which can pose a risk to national security and economic stability. The Critical Mineral Consistency Act aims to reduce this reliance by promoting domestic production of critical minerals. The bill includes provisions to streamline the permitting process for critical mineral mining projects, as well as incentives for companies to invest in domestic production. It also calls for the development of a national strategy for critical minerals, which would involve coordination between federal agencies and stakeholders in the private sector. Overall, the Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2024 seeks to strengthen the US supply chain for critical minerals and reduce the country's dependence on foreign sources. Supporters of the bill argue that this will enhance national security and promote economic growth, while critics raise concerns about potential environmental impacts and the need for further research into alternative sources of critical minerals.
Recent Activity
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Alternative Names
Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2024
Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2024
To amend the Energy Act of 2020 to include critical materials in the definition of critical mineral, and for other purposes.
Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2024
Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2024
Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2024
To amend the Energy Act of 2020 to include critical materials in the definition of critical mineral, and for other purposes.
Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2024
Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2024
Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2024
Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2024
To amend the Energy Act of 2020 to include critical materials in the definition of critical mineral, and for other purposes.
Associated Legislation
Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2024
Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2024
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8932) to establish an earlier application processing cycle for the FAFSA; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7409) to amend the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970 to waive the requirement for a Federal drilling permit for certain activities, to exempt certain activities from the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8446) to amend the Energy Act of 2020 to include critical materials in the definition of critical mineral, and for other purposes.
Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2024
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8932) to establish an earlier application processing cycle for the FAFSA; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7409) to amend the Geothermal Steam Act of 1970 to waive the requirement for a Federal drilling permit for certain activities, to exempt certain activities from the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8446) to amend the Energy Act of 2020 to include critical materials in the definition of critical mineral, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Energy
Potential Impact
Metals
Mining
Strategic materials and reserves
Sponsors and Supporters
Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6]
Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6]
Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6]
Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6]
Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6]
Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6]
Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6]
Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6]
Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6]
Cosponsors and Supporters
Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4]
Rep. Crane, Elijah [R-AZ-2]
Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]
Rep. Lesko, Debbie [R-AZ-8]
Rep. Curtis, John R. [R-UT-3]
Committees and Subcommittees
Natural Resources Committee
Energy and Mineral Resources Subcommittee
Natural Resources Committee
Energy and Mineral Resources Subcommittee
Energy and Natural Resources Committee
Natural Resources Committee
Energy and Mineral Resources Subcommittee
Variations and Revisions