Creates programs to boost U.S. access to critical minerals and energy through international partnerships.
This bill would set up new ways for the U.S. to work with allied countries to get important minerals and energy resources. It aims to reduce reliance on countries like China for these materials, which are vital for technology and defense. The bill would also create exchange programs to train more American and foreign mining experts.
Today, the U.S. relies heavily on a few countries for critical minerals, and there isn't a dedicated, coordinated effort to build international supply chains. After this bill, the U.S. would actively work with allies and partner countries through new partnerships and agreements to diversify critical mineral and energy supply chains, and invest in related workforce development programs.
HR 7037 · 119th Congress · January 13, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 8/10
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