Reps. Ami Bera and Young Kim Introduce STRATA Act to Strengthen Critical Minerals Supply Chains
Representatives Ami Bera and Young Kim have introduced the bipartisan STRATA Act, aimed at creating a Critical Mineral Innovation Initiative at the State Department. The legislation seeks to coordinate allied partnerships and deploy technology to reduce U.S. dependence on China for critical minerals. The bill emphasizes research, joint funding, and shared standards with allies, while also promoting recycling and recovery of critical minerals from waste. The initiative is framed as a measure to enhance both economic and national security, complementing previous legislative efforts like Bera's DOMINANCE Act. 
