PASSED: Rep. Pfluger's Bill to Recover Minerals from Waste Streams

This press release from Representative August Pfluger (R-TX) was published on 2026-09-15 and titled "PASSED: Rep. Pfluger's Bill to Recover Minerals from Waste Streams".

PASSED: Rep. Pfluger's Bill to Recover Minerals from Waste Streams

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman August Pfluger's (TX-11) bipartisan legislation to recover critical minerals from contaminated sites and waste streams passed through the U.S. House of Representatives, marking his 13th bill to pass the House this term. In response to his legislation's passage, Congressman August Pfluger said, "Today, the House took a critical step toward ending our dependence on foreign adversaries for the minerals America counts on. This legislation turns contaminated sites into strategic assets while speeding up the restoration work our communities need. I'm proud to see this bipartisan legislation pass the House, and I want to thank Congressman Landsman for his partnership in leading this bill through the Energy and Commerce Committee." "This is a big investment in American innovation, the future of our environment, and domestic supply chain. We’re grateful to Congressman Pfluger for his partnership in getting this done," said Congressman Greg Landsman (OH-01). The "Environmental Monitoring and Remediation Technology Assessment Initiative (EMRTAI) Authorization Act" , co-led by Congressman Greg Landsman (OH-01), would direct the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to broaden and authorize the EMRTAI program to identify, evaluate, and support the recovery of critical minerals from contaminated land and waste streams, strengthening domestic critical mineral supply chains while advancing cleanup efforts.