Critical Minerals Partnership Act of 2026

The Frame

What this does

This amendment establishes a formal U.S. policy and diplomatic framework to prioritize the sourcing and processing of s—essential for defense, energy, and technology—through international partnerships rather than relying on adversarial supply chains.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

U.S. Private Sector Entities

Companies pursuing critical mineral projects abroad may receive diplomatic and commercial advocacy support from the State Department.

Department of State

The agency is tasked with leading international negotiations, managing the FORGE initiative, and developing new diplomatic strategies and reports.

International Nickel Study Group

The organization will receive U.S. membership and assessed financial contributions.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 24, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

This proposed amendment aims to secure U.S. access to s by building international coalitions, reducing reliance on adversarial nations, and supporting domestic and partner-country production. It authorizes the State Department to lead the '' initiative to coordinate investments and diplomatic strategies for mineral supply chains.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

This amendment establishes a formal U.S. policy and diplomatic framework to prioritize the sourcing and processing of s—essential for defense, energy, and technology—through international partnerships rather than relying on adversarial supply chains.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is FORGE?

stands for the Forum on Resource Geostrategic Engagement. It is a diplomatic initiative established in February 2026 to coordinate international efforts, investments, and information-sharing regarding supply chains.

Does this bill change domestic mining laws?

No. The text explicitly states that nothing in the section shall be construed to alter United States domestic law, standards, or processes applicable to s.

Which countries are considered adversaries under this policy?

The text specifically names the People's Republic of China, the Russian Federation, and Iran as adversaries whose supply chains the U.S. aims to avoid.

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Formalization of FORGE

The amendment codifies the role of the Forum on Resource Geostrategic Engagement (FORGE), which was established by executive action earlier in 2026, into a legislative framework.

FORGE Department of State

Connected Entities

organizationInternational Nickel Study Group“International body the U.S. is authorized to join.”Map →

locationRussian Federation“Identified as an adversary whose supply chains the U.S. seeks to avoid.”Map →

organizationFORGE“Forum on Resource Geostrategic Engagement, a diplomatic initiative for mineral s”Map →

personMr. Curtis“U.S. Senator who co-sponsored the amendment.”Map →

organizationDepartment of State“Primary agency tasked with leading FORGE and international negotiations.”Map →

personMrs. Shaheen“U.S. Senator who submitted the amendment.”Map →

locationIran“Identified as an adversary whose supply chains the U.S. seeks to avoid.”Map →

locationPeople's Republic of China“Identified as an adversary whose supply chains the U.S. seeks to avoid.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.govinfo.gov

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