Reduce dependence on foreign countries for essential minerals used in technology and national defense.
One policy goal, tracked across every bill that has carried it.
What’s happening with Critical Minerals Security Act of 2025?
The Critical Minerals Security Act of 2025, known as S. 789, was reported out of committee on June 9, 2026. The Senate must now hold a floor vote to advance the bill, but limited time on the legislative calendar remains the primary constraint. While reaching the floor is a significant milestone that most bills fail to achieve, Senate leadership must still choose to prioritize this measure for a final vote.
Updated July 9, 2026 · Generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.
Where it stands
Now carried by Critical Minerals Security Act of 2025 (S. 789 (119th)) →
Legislative Progress
No action since June 2026
How we got here
Every bill that has carried this goal, oldest first.
Died with Congress · Jan 3, 2025
Died when the 118th Congress ended without final passage. Bills must be reintroduced under a new number to be revived.
Reintroduced · Jan 3, 2025
Reintroduced from S. 3631 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
S. 3631 (118th) →
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Who’s behind it
John Cornyn (R-TX)Wrote and sponsored the current bill.
