H.R. 297

Senate

To provide a definition of the term 'critical mineral' for purposes of the Department of the Interior and the Department of Energy, and for other purposes.

Sponsor: Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6]

Passed both chambers

The House and Senate have both passed this bill. Any differences must be reconciled before it goes to the President.

In brief

This legislation would establish a clear federal definition for the term 'critical mineral' to include minerals used in energy, defense, and infrastructure technologies. It requires various federal agencies to prioritize the development of domestic supply chains for these minerals to reduce reliance on foreign imports. The bill affects mining operations and industrial manufacturers across the country. Introduced by Rep. Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ), the bill passed the Senate without amendment.

Votes recorded

Tallies as reported by the House Clerk and the Senate. Individual member votes are available on the linked source page.

Passed 215-202House · February 13, 2025Roll call
Passed by Voice VoteSenate · February 13, 2025Roll call

Timeline

Every recorded action, oldest first.

February 13, 2025 · House
Passed the House
To prohibit the Secretary of Agriculture from using the term 'equity' with respect to the programs and activities of the Department of Agriculture. Passed House 215-202.
Passed 215-202
Next: Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Source
February 13, 2025 · Senate
Passed the Senate
The Senate passed this bill to codify the definition of critical minerals and support domestic production.
Passed by Voice Vote
Next: Awaits presentation to the President.
Source