H.R.3198 - Intergovernmental Critical Minerals Task Force Act (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.3198, the Intergovernmental Critical Minerals Task Force Act, aims to reduce U.S. reliance on China and other adversarial nations for critical minerals. It mandates the creation of an intergovernmental task force to assess national security risks associated with critical mineral supply chains.
The task force will develop recommendations for securing U.S. supply chains and reducing dependence on covered countries. The bill also requires a GAO study examining the regulatory landscape related to domestic critical mineral supply chains.
Expected Effects
The Act will likely lead to increased domestic mining and processing of critical minerals. It will also foster greater collaboration between federal, state, local, and tribal entities. The intended outcome is a more secure and resilient supply chain for critical minerals, reducing reliance on foreign adversaries.
Potential Benefits
- Enhanced national security by reducing dependence on foreign adversaries for critical minerals.
- Potential for job creation in the mining, processing, and recycling sectors.
- Increased domestic production of critical minerals, bolstering the U.S. economy.
- Improved coordination between different levels of government and private sector stakeholders.
- Greater transparency and data sharing regarding critical mineral supply chains.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased environmental impact due to increased mining activities.
- Possible conflicts with tribal sovereignty and land rights.
- Risk of cost overruns and inefficiencies in establishing and operating the task force.
- Potential for delays in implementation due to bureaucratic hurdles.
- Possible negative impacts on international relations if the Act is perceived as protectionist.
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Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the Constitution's broad goals of providing for the common defense and promoting the general welfare, as stated in the Preamble. Congress's authority to regulate commerce with foreign nations (Article I, Section 8, Clause 3) supports the bill's aim to secure critical mineral supply chains. The creation of a task force and the delegation of duties to the executive branch are consistent with the principle of separation of powers.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).