Bill · H.R. 4391· House(119-HR-4391)
Minerals Security Partnership Authorization Act
- Introduced
- 7/15/2025
- Last activity
- 7/15/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Ami Bera
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 5
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Minerals Security Partnership Authorization Act aims to promote international cooperation to secure critical mineral supply chains. It establishes a policy to build resilient supply chains through collaboration with allies and the development of domestic production. The President is authorized to negotiate agreements to form a coalition focused on the mining, processing, and manufacturing of critical minerals. Additionally, the Secretary of State is authorized to lead participation in the Minerals Security Partnership to support commercial projects and information sharing. The bill also allows for United States membership in the International Nickel Study Group. Finally, it authorizes $75,000,000 for fiscal year 2026 to implement these security measures.
Yes· 3 of 10
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+7
The bill focuses on building resilient supply chains through strong international coalitions and cooperation with allies.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+6
The legislation empowers the Secretary of State to lead international participation and regional diplomatic engagement strategies.
Is this likely to grow the economy?+6
By securing critical mineral supply chains and promoting domestic production, the bill aims to bolster national economic security and growth.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Economic Growth and Local Benefits: The bill seeks to advance economic growth in developing countries that hold critical mineral reserves, which is intended to benefit those citizens (Section 2(b)(2)(F)).
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Job and Industry Support: The legislation aims to create or enhance national and international programs to support the development of robust industries through various forms of support like financing and insurance (Section 2(b)(2)(C)(ii)).
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Environmental and Community Protection: The bill establishes recommended best practices intended to protect the natural environment, ecosystems near industrial sites, and the safety of nearby communities (Section 2(b)(2)(E)).
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Labor Protections: Negotiating objectives include establishing best practices to protect labor rights (Section 2(b)(2)(E)(i)).
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Domestic Supply and Production: The policy prioritizes the development and production of critical minerals domestically to supply domestic needs (Section 2(a)(2)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Environmental and Legal Risks: The bill includes provisions for the recognition and enforcement of judgments regarding environmental and related harms caused by mining operations (Section 2(b)(2)(I)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+7Improves Diplomatic Engagement+6Improves International Trade+5Increases Foreign Aid+3
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+6Increases Job Creation+5
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+5Good For Union Workers+3
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+5
- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+3
- 1/7/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/30/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 7/15/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Michael BaumgartnerRepublican · Washington
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania
Young KimRepublican · California
James MoylanRepublican · Guam
Zachary NunnRepublican · Iowa