What is the current status of HR 7126?

HR 7126 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 7126?

HR 7126 was sponsored by Robert Wittman (R), Rep.

Strategic Minerals Reserve Bill

IntroducedJanuary 15, 2026

Introduced8 months ago

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EnergyCompetitiveness, trade promotion, trade deficitsCongressional oversightEnergy revenues and royaltiesEnergy storage, supplies, demandEnvironmental assessment, monitoring, researchGovernment corporations and government-sponsored enterprisesGovernment employee pay, benefits, personnel managementGovernment ethics and transparency, public corruptionGovernment information and archivesGovernment lending and loan guaranteesGovernment studies and investigationsLabor standardsMetalsAccounting and auditingAdvisory bodiesAsiaChinaCivil actions and liabilityCommodities markets

Why This Matters

This bill establishes a reserve of essential minerals to strengthen the U.S. supply chain and reduce dependence on foreign sources, particularly China. It aims to ensure that the U.S. can secure the materials needed for technology and defense.

If you use technology or energy products, this bill could help ensure a stable supply of essential materials.

Who this affects

Mining workers · Manufacturing workers · Technology consumers · Energy consumers

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill would create a Strategic Resilience Reserve for critical minerals in the United States.
2It would identify important minerals needed for technology, defense, and energy sectors.
3The bill aims to reduce reliance on foreign sources, especially from China.
4It would set standards for producing and selling these critical minerals.
5The bill includes measures for transparency and accountability in managing the reserve.

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Strategic Minerals Reserve Bill

IntroducedJanuary 15, 2026

Introduced8 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Subcommittee Hearings Held

Why This Matters

If you use technology or energy products, this bill could help ensure a stable supply of essential materials.

Who this affects

Mining workers · Manufacturing workers · Technology consumers · Energy consumers

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill would create a Strategic Resilience Reserve for critical minerals in the United States.
2It would identify important minerals needed for technology, defense, and energy sectors.
3The bill aims to reduce reliance on foreign sources, especially from China.
4It would set standards for producing and selling these critical minerals.
5The bill includes measures for transparency and accountability in managing the reserve.

Read full document

Last changed 28 days ago · checked hourly