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HR7126Referred to Committee

SECURE Minerals Act of 2026

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-01-15
Introduced
5
Cosponsors
HR
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Type

Sponsor

Robert J. Wittman
Robert J. Wittman
Republican · VA · Representative
Votes with party: 98.1% (636 recorded votes)

Full profile: /officials/W000804

Source: Congress.gov · FEC

Cosponsors (5)

Members who have signed on to support this bill since introduction. Source: Congress.gov.

  • John R. Moolenaar (R-MI-2)Original· 2026-01-15
  • Jefferson Shreve (R-IN-6)· 2026-02-03
  • Pat Harrigan (R-NC-10)· 2026-02-03
  • Chris Pappas (D-NH-1)· 2026-02-23
  • Jennifer A. Kiggans (R-VA-2)· 2026-04-20

Latest Action

The most recent step in the bill's legislative path. Committee Activity below shows referrals and reports; the full action-by-action history including floor proceedings lives at Congress.gov →

Subcommittee Hearings Held

2026-02-24

Source: Congress.gov

Committee Activity

Currently in

  • House Committee on Natural ResourcesReferred To · 2026-01-15
  • House Committee on Foreign AffairsReferred To · 2026-01-15

Previously

  • Foreign Affairs CommitteeReferred To · 2026-01-15
  • Natural Resources CommitteeReferred To · 2026-01-15

Plain-English Summary

This bill would likely aim to strengthen the U.S. supply of minerals critical for energy production and technology, such as lithium, cobalt, and rare earths used in batteries and renewable energy systems. It probably includes measures to support domestic mining, reduce dependence on foreign sources, and streamline the permitting process for mineral extraction projects. The changes would affect mining companies, energy producers, and consumers who depend on affordable access to these materials for electric vehicles and clean energy infrastructure.

AI-assisted summary generated from the official bill metadata (title, subjects, actions) sourced from Congress.gov. Cached and reviewed. Always verify against the official text linked below.

Subjects

Energy
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