Bill · S. 823· Senate(119-S-823)
Intergovernmental Critical Minerals Task Force Act
- Introduced
- 3/3/2025
- Last activity
- 3/3/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Gary Peters
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 3
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Intergovernmental Critical Minerals Task Force Act aims to establish coordination between various levels of government to reduce U.S. reliance on the People's Republic of China and other covered countries for critical minerals. The bill creates an Intergovernmental Critical Minerals Task Force to assess national security risks and provide recommendations to the President. This task force will involve diverse federal agencies and consult with state, local, and Tribal stakeholders. Objectives include securing domestic supply chains and increasing capacities for mineral production and recycling within the United States. The act also mandates a study by the GAO regarding the regulatory landscape for domestic mineral supply chains.
Yes· 3 of 10
Would union members be better off under this?+5
The bill specifically mentions strengthening the domestic workforce with good-paying, safe jobs.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+5
The bill recommends specific strategies to strengthen international partnerships with allies and partners.
Is this likely to create jobs?+5
The bill aims to strengthen the domestic workforce through growing critical mineral supply chains.
The opposite
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?-1
While it focuses on physical mineral security, it does not directly address digital or cyber defense.
Does this put more money into scientific research?-1
The bill directs a task force to assess needs but does not authorize new funding for scientific research.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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National Security and Supply Chain Stability: The bill seeks to reduce reliance on foreign nations like the People's Republic of China for minerals necessary for military equipment, technology, and renewable energy, which addresses risks identified in Section 2.
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Job Creation and Workforce Support: The task force is tasked with strengthening the domestic workforce to support growing critical mineral supply chains through "good-paying, safe jobs in the United States" (Section 3, subsection (a)(5)(A)(ii)(iii)).
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Increased Domestic Production: The bill provides for recommendations to increase the capacity for mining, processing, and recycling of critical minerals domestically to meet national needs (Section 3, subsection (a)(5)(A)(ii)(I)).
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Intergovernmental Cooperation: The act facilitates coordination and mutual accountability between the Federal Government, Indian Tribes, and State, local, and territorial governments to build more robust supply chains (Section 3, subsection (a)(5)(A)(i)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No Additional Funds Authorized: The bill explicitly states that "No additional funds are authorized to be appropriated" for the purpose of carrying out the task force (Section 3, subsection (a)(8)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Union Workers+5Good For Native Americans+4Good For Business Owners+3Good For Rural Residents+3Good For Low Income Households+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+5Improves International Trade+4Improves Cybersecurity Defense-1
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+5
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Increases Renewable Energy Investment+4
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+3
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding-1
- 5/19/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/10/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/3/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
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