Bill overhauls Defense Production Act, adds critical minerals initiative
Placed on the calendarH.R. 7688Latest action
Sponsor: Warren Davidson · Representative · OH
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Official title: DPA Modernization Act of 2026
119th Congress
Topics: Government & democracy
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HR 7688 reorganizes the Defense Production Act, raises dollar thresholds, and shifts some power to a new committee.
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What does this do?
This bill reorganizes and updates the Defense Production Act of 1950, limiting government control of civilian goods distribution to generally one year, raising several dollar thresholds (like loan guarantee minimums from $50 million to $100 million), and shifting some presidential decision-making to a new Fund manager and interagency Defense Production Act Committee. It also creates a Critical Minerals Resilience Initiative and requires new safeguards, fraud-prevention rules, and a public website for DPA contract information.
Who does it affect?
It affects federal agencies managing national security and emergency supply chains, defense contractors, mining and critical mineral companies, and businesses seeking federal loans or contracts. Consumers could be affected indirectly during future emergencies, health crises, or disasters.
Why does it matter?
The changes alter who controls emergency production decisions and for how long, and add new restrictions on conflicts of interest and discrimination based on energy source.
What does it cost, and who pays?
The bill raises dollar thresholds for penalties and loan/investment limits, including increasing minimum loan guarantee thresholds from $50 million to $100 million.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedFeb 25, 2026
- House committee
- House voteYou are here · Apr 15, 2026
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: it was placed on the , 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. 529.