What is the current status of HR 9640?

HR 9640 is currently: In House.

Who sponsored HR 9640?

HR 9640 was sponsored by Robert Wittman (R), Rep.

Funds Earth Mapping Resources Initiative

IntroducedJuly 9, 2026

In House6 days ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Waiting for a House floor vote.

It has cleared committee and can be brought up at any time, though no date is set.

EnergyData collection, sharing, protectionEarth sciencesGeography and mapping

Why This Matters

This bill reauthorizes funding for the Earth Mapping Resources Initiative and expands its use of modern technologies for mapping subsurface resources.

If you work in geology or resource exploration, this bill secures $84 million in funding for your projects through 2031.

Who this affects

Geologists · Mining companies · Environmental scientists

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill provides $84 million to continue the Earth Mapping Resources Initiative from 2027 to 2031.
2It updates the initiative to include advanced technologies for mapping subsurface resources.
3The United States Geological Survey will prioritize contracts with U.S.-owned entities.

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Funds Earth Mapping Resources Initiative

IntroducedJuly 9, 2026

In House6 days ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Waiting for a House floor vote.

It has cleared committee and can be brought up at any time, though no date is set.

EnergyData collection, sharing, protectionEarth sciencesGeography and mapping

Why This Matters

This bill reauthorizes funding for the Earth Mapping Resources Initiative and expands its use of modern technologies for mapping subsurface resources.

If you work in geology or resource exploration, this bill secures $84 million in funding for your projects through 2031.

Who this affects

Geologists · Mining companies · Environmental scientists

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill provides $84 million to continue the Earth Mapping Resources Initiative from 2027 to 2031.
2It updates the initiative to include advanced technologies for mapping subsurface resources.
3The United States Geological Survey will prioritize contracts with U.S.-owned entities.

Read full document

Last changed today · checked hourly