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This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for securing and diversifying critical mineral supply chains through international cooperation. The legislation defines "critical minerals" broadly to include minerals essential to economic and national security, with a specific focus on reducing dependence on adversarial countries like China and Russia. The bill authorizes the President to negotiate international agreements to create a coalition of partner countries aimed at developing secure mineral supply chains, including strategies for mining, processing, recycling, and advanced manufacturing. Key provisions include prioritizing domestic mineral development, establishing mechanisms for joint investment and resource mapping, creating market-based incentives, and protecting labor rights and environmental standards. The bill also mandates the State Department to lead participation in the Minerals Security Partnership, develop a diplomatic strategy for critical minerals, and provide support for U.S. private sector entities pursuing mineral projects abroad. Additionally, the legislation requires a report to Congress detailing priority critical minerals, existing diplomatic tools, and challenges in the global mineral supply chain, with the ultimate goal of enhancing U.S. economic and national security by creating more resilient and diversified mineral resources.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/2550/all-info