8legs: House energy and commerce subcommittee on environment hearing on critical mineral supply chains

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Chairman Palmer Delivers Opening Statement at Subcommittee on Environment Hearing on Critical Material Supply Chains

Palmer opened a House hearing on critical mineral supply chains, linking U.S. policy to national security and economic growth.
He warned China’s dominance in two dozen critical minerals threatens U.S. security and industrial base.
The hearing examined how environmental laws affect reshoring mining and processing capacity.
Legislation like H.R. 4370, the Securing America’s Mineral Supply Act, is cited to codify reshoring policies.
Palmer emphasized coordinating reforms to the Toxic Substances Control Act and other laws to aid the supply chain.
Panelists include experts on domestic mineral supply, recycling, and vanadium, a critical mineral.
The session occurred on Earth Day, underscoring the link between policy and environmental outcomes.
The hearing aims to bolster domestic mining, processing, and recycling to reduce reliance on imports.
The hearing showcased industry voices advancing the domestic mineral supply chain, including vanadium and recycled battery materials.

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