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Critical minerals

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Westerman cites USGS 2026 data to advocate FAST-41 coverage for mining projects

Sep 1, 2026

The Forbes Breaking News clip shows Rep. Bruce Westerman, chair of the House Natural Resources Committee, responding during a hearing on expedited permitting for mining. He references the USGS and Commerce Mineral Commodity Summaries 2026 to illustrate the economic multiplier effect of mined materials and highlights repeated Chinese dominance in critical minerals charts. Westerman argues that U.S. deposits exist in sufficient quantities but permitting laws have been weaponized, advocating inclusion of mining under the FAST-41 process without eliminating environmental reviews. The segment features supportive comments from Rep. Fischbach and focuses on H.R. 1501 (Protecting Domestic Mining Act of 2025), which would amend the FAST Act to cover mining and mineral processing projects. Westerman notes the current administration's use of FAST-41 and the need to codify it permanently.

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Guthrie praises bipartisan critical minerals bills at July 2026 Environment Subcommittee markup

Aug 22, 2026

The clip shows Rep. Brett Guthrie (R-KY), Chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, delivering remarks during the Environment Subcommittee markup of seven bills on July 14, 2026. He thanks Chairman Palmer, highlights bipartisan cooperation on five bills, and describes three measures addressing critical mineral recovery via EPA regulatory reviews for lithium-ion batteries and contaminated sites, plus four Clean Air Act modernization bills. The second part covers Guthrie's praise for Palmer's focus on domestic or allied critical minerals supply chains for national security, referencing confidential briefings. Sourcing draws from committee announcements and member statements; no outside experts appear in the clip.

▶ Source: Forbes Breaking News

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House panel hears Trump officials detail DFC, USTDA, EXIM coordination on critical minerals de-risking

Aug 13, 2026

The segment covers a House hearing with Trump administration officials from USTDA, DFC, and MCC discussing coordination on critical minerals financing, supply chain de-risking, and alignment with the Defense Production Act. Witnesses describe USTDA's early-stage work feeding into DFC and EXIM pipelines, EXIM's Project Bolt/Vault reserve, off-take requirements, and MCC project realignment. The second part notes focus on the Western Hemisphere and nearshoring. Sourcing relies on named officials and hearing testimony; references include David Copley at the NSC and administration priorities. Throughline is unified interagency action under the current White House.

▶ Source: Forbes Breaking News

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Langworthy questions expert on China critical minerals export risks to US battery supply

Jul 9, 2026

The clip shows Rep. Nick Langworthy (R-NY) questioning witnesses during a House hearing on critical minerals legislation. He highlights domestic recycling from legacy waste sites, asks about barriers like permitting, and probes the impact of a hypothetical Chinese export ban on batteries and processed minerals.

▶ Source: Forbes Breaking News

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Ruiz highlights Lithium Valley lithium deposits and urges health protections in critical minerals push

Jul 9, 2026

In a congressional hearing on critical mineral supply chains, Rep. Raul Ruiz (D-CA) describes Lithium Valley in the Salton Sea region as a major domestic lithium resource. He highlights opportunities for national security, jobs, and battery supply chains while stressing that development must protect public health in communities with poor air quality and elevated asthma rates. Ruiz questions witness Dr. Jessica Dunn on achieving win-win outcomes, upholding environmental laws like NEPA and CEQA, and preventing recycling-related injustices.

▶ Source: Forbes Breaking News

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Rep. Joyce Urges CHARM and BRACE Acts to Recover Critical Minerals from US Waste

Jul 9, 2026

The Forbes clip shows Rep. John Joyce (R-PA) during a June 2026 House Energy and Commerce Environment Subcommittee hearing titled 'Trash to Treasure.' He questions witnesses on two draft bills aimed at recovering critical minerals from industrial waste and spent batteries rather than exporting them for processing. Witnesses from DISA and a battery recycler discuss regulatory barriers, uranium tailings, and the need for EPA coordination. The segment covers the CHARM Act's national recovery strategy and the BRACE Act's permitting reforms for lithium-ion batteries.

▶ Source: Forbes Breaking News

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Tonko Questions Experts on EPR Policies for Battery Recycling

Jul 8, 2026

The clip shows Rep. Paul Tonko (D-NY) questioning Dr. Jessica Dunn of the Union of Concerned Scientists and witness Mr. Kleneski during a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee hearing on critical mineral supply chains. Discussion centers on extended producer responsibility (EPR) programs, recycled content standards, labeling, and state-level models to boost circularity and domestic feedstock from large-format batteries. The second segment covers industry support from dismantlers and automakers, potential design changes for easier recycling, and benefits of a national program to retain minerals in the US rather than export. Witnesses reference Colorado policies and EU rules as examples.

▶ Source: Forbes Breaking News

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Noem on NovaRed Role, Shield of Americas, China Mineral and Cartel Threats

Jun 16, 2026

Fox Business interview with Kristi Noem covers her advisory role at NovaRed Mining for AI-driven critical mineral exploration and her position as Special Envoy for the Shield of the Americas initiative. Segments address US dependence on foreign refining, partnerships with Canada and Mexico, cartel and migration issues across the hemisphere, and Noem's reflections on her DHS tenure and transition. Noem asserts Chinese coordination of migration and drug trade as part of a long-term strategy against the US. Sourcing is primarily Noem's statements with host prompts referencing administration initiatives; no external experts or data graphics are presented in the transcript.

▶ Source: Fox Business