Gary Peters (D-MI)
Intergovernmental Critical Minerals Task Force Act
A Democratic bill with 3 Republican cosponsors · See all 3 cosponsors
Last activity — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- 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
- Scored +5
Would union members be better off under this?
The bill specifically mentions strengthening the domestic workforce with good-paying, safe jobs.
- Scored +5
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?
The bill recommends specific strategies to strengthen international partnerships with allies and partners.
- Scored +5
Is this likely to create jobs?
The bill aims to strengthen the domestic workforce through growing critical mineral supply chains.
The opposite
- Scored -1
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?
While it focuses on physical mineral security, it does not directly address digital or cyber defense.
- Scored -1
Does this put more money into scientific research?
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. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would union members be better off under this? — The bill specifically mentions strengthening the domestic workforce with good-paying, safe jobs. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — The bill emphasizes consultation with Indian Tribes regarding domestic mineral production. Would business owners be better off under this? — Securing stable supply chains provides more certainty for domestic mineral-reliant businesses. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Increased domestic mining and processing activity often occurs in rural areas. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The creation of good-paying, safe jobs may benefit low-income workers entering the industry.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — The bill recommends specific strategies to strengthen international partnerships with allies and partners. Does this make trade with other countries easier? — The bill seeks to reduce reliance on foreign adversaries by securing domestic supply chains and international partnerships. Does this better protect the country from computer attacks? — While it focuses on physical mineral security, it does not directly address digital or cyber defense.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill aims to strengthen the domestic workforce through growing critical mineral supply chains.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power? — Securing critical minerals is described as necessary for the renewable energy sector.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill requires the task force to enhance data sharing and transparency among government levels.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill directs a task force to assess needs but does not authorize new funding for scientific research.
- 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
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
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