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COBALT Supply Chain Act
1/4/2025, 11:17 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6909
The COBALT Supply Chain Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 6909, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at addressing concerns related to the supply chain of cobalt, a critical mineral used in various industries, including technology and defense.
The bill seeks to increase transparency and accountability in the cobalt supply chain by requiring companies to disclose information about the sources of cobalt used in their products. This information would include details about the mining practices, labor conditions, and environmental impact of cobalt extraction.
Additionally, the COBALT Supply Chain Act aims to promote responsible sourcing of cobalt by encouraging companies to prioritize suppliers that adhere to ethical and sustainable practices. The bill also includes provisions for supporting research and development of alternative sources of cobalt to reduce reliance on potentially problematic supply chains. Overall, the COBALT Supply Chain Act is intended to address concerns about human rights abuses, environmental degradation, and other issues associated with the cobalt supply chain, while also promoting innovation and sustainability in the industry.
The bill seeks to increase transparency and accountability in the cobalt supply chain by requiring companies to disclose information about the sources of cobalt used in their products. This information would include details about the mining practices, labor conditions, and environmental impact of cobalt extraction.
Additionally, the COBALT Supply Chain Act aims to promote responsible sourcing of cobalt by encouraging companies to prioritize suppliers that adhere to ethical and sustainable practices. The bill also includes provisions for supporting research and development of alternative sources of cobalt to reduce reliance on potentially problematic supply chains. Overall, the COBALT Supply Chain Act is intended to address concerns about human rights abuses, environmental degradation, and other issues associated with the cobalt supply chain, while also promoting innovation and sustainability in the industry.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6909
Bill HR 6909 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 29, 2023. Bill HR 6909 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on December 29, 2023. Bill HR 6909's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade. as of December 17, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6909
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
3Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6909
Primary Policy Focus
Foreign Trade and International FinanceAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6909
COBALT Supply Chain Act
COBALT Supply Chain Act
China’s Odious and Brutally Atrocious Labor Trafficking Supply Chain Act
To ensure that goods made using or containing cobalt refined in the People's Republic of China do not enter the United States market under the presumption that the cobalt is extracted or processed with the use of child and forced labor in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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