Senate Hearing on U.S. Mineral Dependence and Supply Chain Security
January 1, 2018
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Finance Connection
| Candidate | Donor | Amount | Industry | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CATHERINE CORTEZ MASTO FOR SENATE | JONES, ROBERT | $1,500 | LIFE INSURANCE | Mar 2026 |
| CATHERINE CORTEZ MASTO FOR SENATE | THOMAS, LAUREN | $1,000 | CEO | Mar 2026 |
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The Frame
The hearing addresses the vulnerability of the U.S. economy and national security to disruptions in the supply of minerals essential for technology, infrastructure, and energy production.
Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.
U.S. Manufacturing Sector
The sector relies on a steady supply of minerals for production, making them sensitive to supply chain disruptions.
Mining and Resource Companies
These companies are involved in the extraction and processing of minerals that are the subject of federal supply chain policy discussions.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2018.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on March 28, 2017, by the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
- The committee examined the increasing U.S. dependence on foreign sources for minerals.
- Minerals were identified as essential building blocks for modern technology, infrastructure, and energy sectors.
- The committee heard testimony from representatives of the U.S. Geological Survey, private industry, and academia.
- Witnesses provided written testimony and responses to questions for the record regarding mineral supply chain security.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why It Matters
The hearing addresses the vulnerability of the U.S. economy and national security to disruptions in the supply of minerals essential for technology, infrastructure, and energy production.
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Discoveries
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Focus on Mineral Independence
The hearing highlights a bipartisan legislative interest in 2017 regarding the strategic vulnerability of U.S. mineral supply chains.
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