Kelly’s Bill to Strengthen the U.S. Critical Mineral Supply Chain Clears Committee

Today, the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee approved Arizona Senator Mark Kelly and Utah Senator Mike Lee’s Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2025—bipartisan legislation they introduced to strengthen the U.S. critical mineral supply chain. Their bill eliminates disparities between the Critical Materials List created by the Department of Energy (DOE) and Critical Minerals List created by the U.S. Geological Survey within the Department of the Interior (DOI). Aligning these lists will reduce confusion among industry and federal agencies, ensuring that all critical resources are treated consistently. 

“Right now, our ability to build resilient supply chains is being undercut by conflicting federal standards,” said Kelly. “With this bill moving forward, we’re making real progress toward a more coordinated national strategy that supports critical mineral development, reduces dependence on foreign adversaries, and boosts Arizona’s role in powering our economy and defense. I’m proud to see our bill advance, and I look forward to seeing it through to final passage.” 

“It just doesn’t make sense to have two separate lists of what qualifies as a critical mineral or material,” said Lee. “The Critical Mineral Consistency Act brings clarity and consistency to a process that’s long needed both. I’m grateful to Senator Kelly for working with me to make that happen, and I look forward to getting this bill across the finish line.”

This legislation is cosponsored by Senators John Curtis (R-UT), Jon Ossoff (D-GA.), Jim Risch (R-ID), and Bill Cassidy (R-LA) and also supported by the National Mining Association (NMA), Utah Mining Association, Zero Emission Transportation Association (ZETA), Copper Development Association (CDA), and American Exploration & Mining Association (AEMA).