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H.R. 5929119th CongressPlaced on the calendarLatest action Jun 9, 2026Decoded by AI · checked against the record
Official title: Critical Minerals Supply Chain Resiliency Act of 2026
Introduced:
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The bill would automatically list Defense Department-backed critical mineral projects on the federal Permitting Dashboard for faster review coordination.
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This bill would automatically classify Defense Department-backed critical mineral projects, such as mining, processing, and mining waste recycling efforts, as "covered projects" under an existing federal permitting law. These projects would be listed on the government's Permitting Dashboard, giving them a lead agency and clearer review timelines. Companies could still opt out of this listing if they choose.
This affects companies in mining, mineral processing, and related industries, along with federal agencies handling environmental and permitting reviews. Communities near proposed mining or processing sites may also see effects from faster project movement.
Faster, more coordinated permitting could speed up approval timelines for mineral projects near affected communities. The bill does not change environmental laws or reduce required reviews, only how projects are tracked administratively.
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Right now: it was placed on the House floor calendar, and the official record shows no floor action on it since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
Latest action: — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 602.