Finding ORE Act

Hozzl · 2026-02-25T09:06:34Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2969 Finding ORE Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Energy. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/25/2026, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2969

H.R. 2969, introduced in the 119th Congress on April 17, 2025, aims to permit the Secretary of the Interior to engage in memoranda of understanding to facilitate scientific and technical collaboration for mapping critical minerals and rare earth elements.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2969

Bill HR 2969 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 17, 2025. Bill HR 2969 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 17, 2025. Bill HR 2969's most recent activity was Subcommittee Hearings Held as of February 24, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2969

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2969

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Potential Impact Areas

- Employment and training programs

- Geography and mapping

- Materials

- Metals

- Mining

- Public-private cooperation

- Strategic materials and reserves

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2969

To allow the Secretary of the Interior to enter into memoranda of understanding for the purpose of scientific and technical cooperation in the mapping of critical minerals and rare earth elements, and for other purposes.