Bill · H.R. 4350· House(119-HR-4350)
Unearth America’s Future Act
- Introduced
- 7/10/2025
- Last activity
- 7/10/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, Natural Resources, Education and Workforce, and Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Haley Stevens
- Cosponsors
- - 3 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The "Unearth America's Future Act" aims to secure the United States' supply chain for critical materials. It establishes a national center within the Department of Commerce to advance policy and best practices for secure, resilient, and sustainable supply chains. The bill creates a loan program to help entities expand domestic and foreign manufacturing capabilities for these materials. Additionally, it provides new tax credits for investments in critical material facilities and production. It also authorizes various research, development, and demonstration activities to drive innovation in the sector. Finally, the act seeks to strengthen the workforce and promote environmental sustainability throughout the supply chain.
Yes· 3 of 15
Does this put more money into scientific research?+7
The bill authorizes significant funding for research, development, and demonstration activities in critical materials.
Is this likely to create jobs?+6
The bill establishes loan programs, tax credits, and research funding to expand domestic manufacturing and the critical materials workforce.
Is this likely to grow the economy?+6
The legislation aims to bolster economic strength and leadership in the manufacturing sector through various financial incentives and a national center.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Strengthened Workforce and Job Security: The bill aims to grow the manufacturing sector and its workforce through education and various workforce pathways (Section 101; Section 102(b)(4)).
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Protection of Worker Rights: The legislation prioritizes defending worker rights through strong workplace protections and ensures wage rates are determined by free bargaining between labor and management (Section s 101; Section 102(b)(4)).
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Wage Protections: Laborers and mechanics working on projects funded by the loan program must be paid wages at rates not less than those prevailing in their locality (Section 103(l)(1)).
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Support for Local Communities: The bill encourages community engagement and consultation to prevent disenfranchisement and environmental injustices (Section 101).
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Increased Economic Competitiveness: By expanding domestic capabilities and promoting innovative technologies, the bill intends to grow the economic strength of the United States (Section 101).
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Environmental Protection: The bill promotes industrial decarbonization and the use of environmentally benign mining practices to prevent environmental degradation (Section 101; Section 103(c)(2)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Financial Risks for Entities: Entities receiving loans must have a reasonable prospect of repayment, as they are required to repay the loan and may face a "clawback" of funds if they fail to meet established target dates for construction or modernization (Section 103(b)(4); Section 103(j)).
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Strict Agreement Restrictions: Companies receiving loans must enter into agreements that restrict their ability to engage in significant transactions with foreign entities of concern or certain foreign countries, which could limit their business operations (Section 103(i)).
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Regulatory Burdens: The bill requires covered entities to follow specific procurement policies and provide detailed information to the Secretary to prove eligibility and compliance (Section 103(b)(6); Section 103(g)(1)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+6Increases Job Creation+6Improves Small Business Support+5Improves Union Protections+5Reduces Small Business Taxes+5
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+6Good For Union Workers+6Good For Students+4
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+5Reduces Carbon Emissions+4Improves Rural Development+2
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+7
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+3
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+2
- 7/23/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/22/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/10/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, Natural Resources, Education and Workforce, and Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Shontel BrownDemocrat · Ohio
James ClyburnDemocrat · South Carolina
Hillary ScholtenDemocrat · Michigan