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House Hearing on Recycling Critical Minerals (HR 3059)

Original title: House Hearing: Trash to Treasure: Examining Legislation to Support Domestic Critical Mineral Recovery and Recycling

Record date · June 24, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The House Energy and Commerce on Environment will hold a hearing to discuss legislation aimed at increasing the domestic recovery and recycling of . The session focuses on HR 3059, which seeks to support supply chains for materials essential to modern technology.

Why it matters

This hearing examines proposed federal policy that could change how the U.S. sources materials for electronics and batteries by incentivizing domestic recycling processes.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Domestic mineral recycling industry

The industry is the subject of proposed legislation that may alter regulatory or financial support for mineral recovery.

Indirectly affected

Technology manufacturers

Manufacturers relying on critical minerals may be affected by changes in the domestic supply chain.

Key Facts

  • The hearing is scheduled for June 24, 2026, at 14:15 UTC.
  • The hearing will take place in Room 2123 of the Rayburn House Office Building.
  • The primary subject of the hearing is HR 3059.
  • The hearing focuses on domestic critical mineral recovery and recycling.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this hearing?
The hearing is intended to examine legislation (HR 3059) regarding the recovery and recycling of within the United States.
Can I attend this hearing?
The document indicates the hearing is scheduled at the Rayburn House Office Building, but you should check the committee's official website for public access policies.

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policy shift90% confidence

Focus on Domestic Recovery

The hearing title indicates a legislative shift toward prioritizing domestic recycling over international sourcing for critical minerals.

Connected Entities

Rayburn House Office Building 2123, House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment
locationRayburn House Office Building 2123“The physical location of the hearing.”Map →
OrganizationHouse Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment“The committee hosting the hearing.”Map →

Sources

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www.congress.gov

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