H.R.4090

Critical Mineral Dominance Act

Chamber Passed·2/5/26

Federal HB4090 aims to establish the U.S. as the leading producer of hardrock minerals, focusing on job creation, supply chain strength, and national.

Federal HB4090, the Critical Mineral Dominance Act, sets the policy for the U.S. to become the leading producer of hardrock minerals, including rare earth minerals. This includes identifying federal land suitable for mining projects, expediting the approval of mining plans, and analyzing the economic impact of mineral imports. The Act also mandates the Secretary of the Interior to submit reports to Congress on these efforts, including recommendations for regulatory changes and a list of federal lands identified for mineral exploration.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 224–195 · Feb 5
Current
Energy And Natural Resources Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
3
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Calendar

Jul 15

2:30 PM

Senate Energy and Natural Resources Hearing

Feb 2

4:00 PM

House Committee on Rules Hearing

History

Jul 15

Senate

Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining. Hearings held.

Feb 5

Senate

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

Feb 4

House

Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1032. (consideration: CR H1993-2002)