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Pfluger, Fletcher Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Study Strategic Petroleum Reserve Modernization

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) and Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) introduced the 21st Century Strategic Petroleum Reserve Act (21st Century SPR Act) to direct the U.S. Department of Energy to issue a public report on opportunities to modernize the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR).

The SPR has served as America's insurance policy against energy supply disruptions for nearly half a century, but its infrastructure is aging. Modernizing the SPR is a national security imperative. Without a clear plan for its future, we risk being caught off guard the next time a global crisis threatens America’s energy supply.

If enacted, the 21st Century SPR Act would require the Secretary of Energy, within 90 days of enactment, to request that the National Petroleum Council—an advisory committee to the Secretary—deliver a public report within one year analyzing opportunities to improve and modernize the SPR's physical infrastructure and operations to respond to supply shocks.

"The Strategic Petroleum Reserve was built to protect America from energy supply disruptions and national security threats, but nearly fifty years later, we're still operating without a concrete plan for its future. We can't afford to ignore this issue as our adversaries are quietly building up their energy reserves. This legislation is a straightforward step to get the answers we need and start modernizing the SPR for the challenges of today, not decades ago," said Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11).

Congress created the SPR after the 1973 Arab oil embargo to protect American consumers and the economy from sudden supply shocks. The reserve stores crude oil in underground salt caverns in Texas and Louisiana, giving the federal government a tool to stabilize prices when global oil supplies are disrupted.

A recent U.S. Government Accountability Office report found that Congress and the Department of Energy still lack a unified long-term plan for the SPR, including a target size for the reserve and a clear strategy for maintaining its aging infrastructure.

Meanwhile, other countries have moved to build up their own reserves. China, which is not a member of the International Energy Agency and does not publicly disclose its inventory, holds an estimated 1.4 billion barrels of oil in strategic reserves—more than four times the current U.S. stockpile, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

Read full text of the bill HERE.

Rep. Pfluger Invites High School Students to Apply for Congressional Youth Advisory Council

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) announced the relaunch of the Congressional Youth Advisory Council (CYAC) for high school juniors and seniors in the 11th Congressional District of Texas. This esteemed program offers a unique opportunity for passionate and driven young leaders to engage with government, collaborate with peers, and serve their communities.

"I am thrilled to invite motivated high school students to be part of the Congressional Youth Advisory Council," said Rep Pfluger. "Our mission is to empower students to speak out and effect positive change in their communities and government. This program aims to foster dialogue, encourage civic engagement, and empower our youth to make a meaningful impact in our communities."

The CYAC is designed to empower the next generation of leaders by providing a platform to voice their perspectives on critical issues. Participants will have the chance to interact directly with Congressman August Pfluger, special guests, and senior staff members in up to four interactive virtual meetings. Additionally, CYAC participants will be provided special admittance to the Pfluger Youth Leadership Conference in Spring 2027 (Date TBD).

Key Program Details:

· Up to four interactive virtual meetings with Congressman Pfluger and special guests.

· Participation in the Pfluger Youth Leadership Conference in Spring 2027 (Date TBD).

· No cost to participants; all materials provided.

· Possibility of academic or community service credit.

Join Congressman Pfluger in shaping the future of Texas-11. Apply today to be part of the Congressional Youth Advisory Council. Interested students are encouraged to apply by completing an application at:

For questions about the program or application, please contact Corbette Padilla in the Midland Office at (432)-687-2390.

Rep. Pfluger Joins Dedication Ceremony for Heroes on the Concho Memorial

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT

SAN ANGELO, TX—Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) joined veterans, families, and community leaders for the dedication of the Heroes on the Concho Memorial, a permanent tribute honoring more than 20,0000 Concho Valley citizens who served our country faithfully in World War II.

The memorial is located along the banks of the Concho River in San Angelo, featuring a six-foot bronze statue of a World War II airman alongside panels bearing the names of veterans who called the Concho Valley home. The project was led by the San Angelo Area Foundation in partnership with the City of San Angelo, and numerous community donors and volunteers.

During his remarks at the dedication ceremony, Congressman Pfluger highlighted the service and bravery of Concho Valley natives General Ira Eaker and General Earl Rudder, who were consequential American military leaders of World War II. He also honored Angelo State University legend Coach Phil George, recognizing his service not only in World War II but also in the Vietnam War.

"When Americans were called to serve in World War II, the Greatest Generation stepped up without hesitation, defending freedom across the globe. Their courage and sacrifice changed the course of history, and we owe them a debt we can never fully repay. Here in the Concho Valley, more than 20,000 of our neighbors answered that call, and their names now stand etched in stone. The Heroes on the Concho Memorial is a permanent reminder of their service to our country, allowing their stories to be told to the next generation of our youth," said Congressman Pfluger (TX-11).

You can read more about the Heroes on the Concho Memorial HERE.

ICYMI: Rep. Pfluger Welcomes Secretary of Energy Chris Wright to Midland

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT

MIDLAND, TX — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) welcomed Secretary of Energy Chris Wright to the Permian Basin to showcase the region's role in fueling the nation and the world. The Secretary's visit was part of the Department of Energy's "Great American Energy Comeback Tour."

The tour began with a rig site visit, where cutting-edge technology and innovation continue to drive record-breaking energy production across the Permian Basin. Following the site visit, they both addressed a rally at the Bush Convention Center in Midland alongside leaders in the American energy industry. During his remarks, Congressman Pfluger celebrated the resilience and continued growth of American energy production in West Texas. He also applauded Secretary Wright and the Trump Administration for their support of the Permian Basin.

"The Permian Basin isn't just fueling America — it's powering the world, and no one does it better," said Congressman Pfluger (TX-11). "Because of the skill of our workforce and the innovation driving this industry, West Texas is producing more energy today than at any point in our history. That's American energy dominance in action, and I'm proud to welcome Secretary Wright to see it for himself."

Pfluger, Palmer, and Obernolte Push Back on California's EPA Waivers

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment Chairman Gary Palmer (AL-06), and Congressman Jay Obernolte introduced a legislative package to strip away burdensome EPA waivers handed to California under previous Democratic Administrations. These waivers let unelected California regulators impose emissions standards stricter than federal law, allowing one state to dictate standards that have consequences for consumers and businesses nationwide.

All three lawmakers sit on the House Energy and Commerce Committee, which oversees the EPA and the Clean Air Act. The push is part of a broader fight to rein in regulators, restore accountability, and stop California's most extreme mandates from quietly becoming the law of the land, without a single vote in Congress.

Together, their three resolutions put Congress back in the driver's seat — reclaiming oversight of EPA's waiver decisions and stopping CARB from imposing its costliest mandates on the rest of the country.

“California should not be allowed to dictate what kind of vehicles Texans and Americans across the country can drive. The Biden Administration's decision to reinstate California's waiver gave one state outsized power to impose its radical emissions standards and EV mandates on the rest of the country. I'm proud to introduce this CRA to restore consumer choice, protect American families from costly mandates, and put an end to California setting de facto national auto policy,” said Rep. August Pfluger (TX-11).

"California should not be allowed to set de facto national vehicle standards for the rest of the country. This resolution reaffirms that the Clean Air Act cannot be used to give one state the power to reshape America's auto market. Families deserve affordable, reliable vehicles. Instead, they’re getting mandates driven by California's radical political agenda. I'm proud to introduce this resolution and work with Congressman Pfluger and Congressman Obernolte to protect consumer choice and American manufacturing,” said Rep. Gary Palmer (AL-06).

"As a representative from California, I have seen firsthand how burdensome regulations from the California Air Resources Board hurt businesses and raise costs for hardworking Americans by imposing mandates instead of allowing the market to drive innovation," said Rep. Jay Obernolte (CA-23). "Congress must exercise its oversight authority to prevent these policies from becoming a national standard. We must protect American jobs and supply chains while preserving the ability of consumers to choose what works best for them and their families."

Reversing Reinstatement of Advanced Clean Cars I Waiver

Rep. Pfluger's resolution would undo the Biden EPA's decision to bring back California's Advanced Clean Cars I waiver — a waiver the Trump administration had already revoked. Its return means stricter-than-federal vehicle mandates, fewer choices at the dealership, and higher costs for American families.

Repealing Greenhouse Gas Standards for Model Year 2009 and Beyond

Rep. Palmer's resolution would revoke California's waiver to set its own greenhouse gas standards for vehicles from model year 2009 on. The result: automakers juggling competing rulebooks, one state's regulators deciding what gets built and sold nationwide, and higher sticker prices for consumers footing the bill.

Revoking the Small Off-Road Engine Mandate

Rep. Obernolte's resolution would kill the waiver behind CARB's Small Off-Road Engine amendments — rules that saddle lawn and garden equipment with costly mandates and push landscapers, small businesses and homeowners toward electric tools whether they want them or not. Workers who need reliable, affordable equipment get higher costs and fewer options instead.

Pfluger, Colleagues Introduce the RESCUE Act to Fix Broken Ambulance Payment System

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) introduced the Reimbursing Emergency Services for Critical Urgent Encounters (RESCUE) Act to amend the outdated Medicare payment structure that is straining ambulance services across rural Texas and the country.

Medicare's ambulance fee schedule has not been updated since 2002, and current rates are still based on cost data collected from 1998. The RESCUE Act would require the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to update the ambulance fee schedule every three years based on current, actual cost data, replacing a system still anchored to decades-old numbers. Meanwhile, the fuel, equipment, staffing, and vehicle costs required to keep an air or ground ambulance ready to respond have only continued to climb, widening the gap between what it costs to respond to a call and what Medicare actually pays.

"EMS providers and first responders show up for our communities every single day, often in the most difficult moments imaginable, and they deserve a Medicare system that shows up for them in return. I'm proud to help lead the bipartisan RESCUE Act to ensure EMS is reimbursed based on the real cost of the care they provide, just like other healthcare providers already are. This is especially critical in rural Texas and rural communities across the country, where a funding shortfall can mean the difference between an EMS agency staying open or shutting its doors. We will keep working to close this gap and make sure rural America never loses access to the emergency care it depends on," said Rep. August Pfluger (TX-11).

The legislation is co-led by Reps. Jill Tokuda (HI-02), Beth Van Duyne (TX-24), Kim Schrier (WA-08), John Joyce (PA-13), Brad Schneider (IL-10), Claudia Tenney (NY-24), and Terri Sewell (AL-07).

Read full text of the legislation here.

"As Co-Chair of the Congressional Air Medical Caucus, I know that every second counts when it comes to getting patients to lifesaving care," said Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI-02). "For people living in rural America, medical care isn't always around the corner—it often requires long drives or emergency flights, especially to reach specialized treatment. We cannot allow outdated Medicare payment rates to jeopardize the air and ground ambulance services our rural and remote communities rely on. The RESCUE Act is essential to protecting access to emergency care when it matters most."

“Every second matters when an ambulance is racing to save a life — first responders are already stretched thin, and rates that haven't kept pace with real costs shouldn't be one more thing standing in their way,” said Rep. Van Duyne. “I’m glad to help introduce the RESCUE Act to fix this deficiency and make sure the fee schedule keeps up with real costs," said Rep. Beth Van Duyne (TX-24).

"We all know the value our emergency responders provide," said Rep John Joyce, M.D. (PA-13). "Whether they're first on scene at a fire, a medical emergency, or an accident on the road, these men and women are integral servants in our community. Yet too often, ambulance services aren't reimbursed for the true cost of the lifesaving care they provide, especially in rural districts like mine, where providers travel long distances to reach patients. This bill fixes that imbalance and helps ensure no community loses access to emergency care.”

“We all depend on our local EMS and firefighters’ dedication to the health and well-being of our communities, and they deserve our support in return,” said Rep. Brad Schneider IL-10). “I am glad to join my colleagues to introduce the bipartisan RESCUE Act to ensure our first responders are reimbursed appropriately for ambulance services. Passing the cost along to our state and local agencies puts the readiness of our emergency services at risk. We will continue to work together to support community safety and the public servants who answer every call.”

Rep. Pfluger Announces Service Academy Night in San Angelo

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

SAN ANGELO, TX — Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) announced his office will host a Service Academy Night in San Angelo for students, parents, and educators to learn about the opportunities for students to attend a U.S. Service Academy. Students interested in serving their country as a military officer or joining college ROTC are highly encouraged to attend.

"In 1995, I sought a nomination to the U.S. Air Force Academy, and it was one of the best decisions of my life. Now, as a Member of Congress, I have the privilege of helping the next generation begin that same journey by nominating exceptional young men and women to our nation's Service Academies. If you are a student in Texas's 11th Congressional District interested in seizing the opportunity to attend a U.S. Service Academy, I strongly encourage you to partake in my office's upcoming Service Academy Night in San Angelo. If you are not able to attend, please don't hesitate to contact my office or my Academy Liaison, Mary O'Connor, with any questions about the application process," said Rep. Pfluger.

San Angelo Academy Night:

September 1st, from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

*Registration begins at 5:30 pm*

ASU Houston Harte University Center

CJ Davidson Conference Center

1910 Rosemont Drive

San Angelo, Texas, 76909

Please direct questions to Congressman Pfluger's Academy Liaison, Mary O'Connor, at mary.oconnor@mail.house.gov.

Chairman Pfluger and USAFA Board of Visitors Advance U.S. Air Force Academy in House NDAA

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C.— This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), the legislative vehicle that authorizes policies, programs, and spending for the Department of War.

Included in the bill were eight provisions directly influenced by the U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors. Chairman Pfluger and Congressional appointees on the USAFA Board of Visitors partnered with the House Armed Services Committee to secure key provisions that strengthen the U.S. Air Force Academy in the FY2027 NDAA.

The House NDAA prioritizes restoring the Air Force Academy's cadet wing to its full strength of 4,400 cadets, while also authorizing the Superintendent to partner with affiliated nonprofits on campus modernization, reviewing the future of Academy athletics, and assessing a dedicated funding line for the Academy. It also streamlines Board communications with Congress and preserves a key Air Force Reserve unit supporting the airfield. Finally, it redesignates the Dean of the Faculty as Provost and Dean of the Faculty and directs a strategy to improve academic outcomes.

"As an Air Force Academy graduate, I'm proud to secure wins for this elite institution. We owe our cadets the best facilities, and this legislation directly advances the USAFA 2050 initiative. It also lays the groundwork to restore the cadet wing to its full strength of 4,400 — one of my top priorities as Chairman of the USAFA Board of Visitors, and a step this legislation directly supports. This bill will have a significant impact on the Academy, ensuring it remains a world-class institution that produces the finest officers for the Air Force and Space Force," said USAFA Board of Visitors Chairman August Pfluger (TX-11).

“We must ensure that the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado’s Fifth Congressional District stays at the forefront of developing our best Airmen and Guardians,” said Rep. Jeff Crank (CO-05). “As a Member of the Board of Visitors for the Academy, I am pleased that I have secured provisions in the bill to protect the 70th Flying Training Squadron from closure and to establish a dedicated funding mechanism for the USAFA 2050 campus modernization effort. This Board remains committed to ensuring the academic excellence the Academy is known for will continue for decades to come.”

"The U.S. Air Force Academy prepares young men and women to answer our nation's call to serve with honor, integrity, and excellence. As a graduate and member of the Academy's Board of Visitors, I am proud to support legislation that restores the Cadet Wing to full strength, protects essential flight training, and advances the Academy's long-term future. These provisions reinforce our commitment to developing the next generation of Air Force and Space Force leaders,” said Rep. Don Davis (NC-01).

“As a retired Air Force brigadier general and member of the U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors, I know the Academy is where we build many of the leaders who will defend our country in the air, space and cyber domains,” said Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02). “This year’s NDAA includes Board-led provisions to support the push to restore the Cadet Wing to 4,400 cadets, protect critical flight training capabilities, modernize campus infrastructure and ensure USAFA is prepared for the missions of the future. Congress has a responsibility to ensure the Academy has the people, resources and infrastructure needed to succeed, and today the House took an important step toward meeting that responsibility.”

Provisions Led by the USAFA Board of Visitors Included:

Authorized End Strength at the U.S. Air Force Academy: restores the cadet wing to 4,400 cadets and align resources accordingly and commends the Secretary of the Air Force and the Chief of Staff of the Air Force for their attention to this matter, including actions to return USAFA to its statutory capacity. Read the full text of the provision here.

Transform the public-private investment relationship for all three U.S. Service Academies: authorizes Service Academy superintendents to contract with affiliated nonprofit organizations for campus modernization projects. Read full text of the provision here.

Review the future of Service Academy Athletics: requires the Secretary of Defense to establish a panel to review the impacts of NCAA rules with respect to compensation of athletes as well as the transfer portal for athletes on the military service academies. Read the full text of the provision here.

Streamline Congressional Communications with each Board of Visitors: requires the Secretary of Defense to appoint civilian employees for each of the military departments to serve as the congressional communications officials for the Board of Visitors of each of the military service academies. Read the full text of the provision here.

Establish an Assessment of a Dedicated Funding Line for USAFA: directs the Department of the Air Force to brief on how the Air Force Academy will compete for FSRM funds to meet the needs of USAFA 2050. Read the full text of the provision here.

Preserve a Critical Air Force Reserve Unit that Supports USAFA's Airfield: prevents the stand down of the 70th Flight Training Squadron at the Air Force Academy. Read the full text of the provision here.

Strategy to Improve Academic Outcomes at USAFA: requires the Superintendent to submit to the congressional defense committees and the Chairman of the Board of Visitors of the Academy a report containing a strategy to improve academic outcomes at the Academy. Read the full text of the provision here.

Redesignate the Dean of the Faculty of USAFA as Provost and Dean of the Faculty: redesignates the position of Dean of the Faculty as Provost and Dean of the Faculty. Read the full text of the provision here.

Pfluger Secures Big Wins in Defense Bill

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) secured major wins in the FY 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which passed the House today. The NDAA is the legislative vehicle that authorizes policies, programs, and spending for the Department of War.

As a U.S. Air Force Academy graduate, fighter pilot with nearly two decades of experience, and retired Colonel in the U.S. Air Force Reserve, Rep. Pfluger has been an outspoken advocate for ensuring this legislation properly equips the Department of War to implement President Trump's National Security agenda of Peace Through Strength. To applaud its passage, Rep. Pfluger released the following statement:

"Today's House passage of the FY2027 NDAA is another decisive step toward President Trump's Peace Through Strength agenda and restoring America's military dominance. This bill invests in our lethality, arming our forces to deter or defeat any adversary who threatens our nation. It eliminates the waste, fraud, and abuse that has drained resources from our warfighters for years, putting every one of those dollars back into the readiness and capabilities they actually need. Most importantly, it delivers for the men and women who protect our freedom with a pay raise of 5 to 7 percent because service members should never have to worry about providing for their families. This bill reflects our commitment to a stronger, more lethal, and more accountable military."

The bill included several provisions led by Rep. Pfluger to modernize and support our armed forces:

· Pilot Program for Integrated Cognitive Performance for Military Readiness: directs the Secretary of War to establish a pilot program that integrates live performance training, cognitive tools, always-on digital support, and evidence-based sleep and stress resources into a single, integrated capability for our service members and their families. Read the full text of the provision here.

· Reserve Rank Retirement: allows non-regular service to count toward time-in-grade, while explicitly ensuring it cannot be used to calculate retired pay or any other benefit; this is a targeted, fiscally neutral fix that recognizes the value of reserve service. Read the full text of the provision here.

· Service Member Transitional Healthcare Enrollment: addresses the administrative delay that leaves transitioning servicemembers eligible for but unable to enroll in transitional health care for up to 10 days, by requiring the Secretary of Defense to establish a process to enroll members within 2 business days of the start of their eligibility period. Read the full text of the provision here.

· Pilot Program to Evaluate Critical Supply Chain Interference & Infiltration by Adversaries directs the Secretary of War to stand up a pilot program with private-sector partners to independently and physically verify, at the chipset level, whether commercial electronics used across our military installations are what they claim to be. Read the full text of the provision here.

· Authorized End Strength at the U.S. Air Force Academy: restores the cadet wing to 4,400 cadets and align resources accordingly and commends the Secretary of the Air Force and the Chief of Staff of the Air Force for their attention to this matter, including actions to return USAFA to its statutory capacity. Read the full text of the provision here.

· Strategy to Improve Academic Outcomes at USAFA: requires the Superintendent to submit to the congressional defense committees and the Chairman of the Board of Visitors of the Academy a report containing a strategy to improve academic outcomes at the Academy. Read the full text of the provision here.

· Redesignate the Dean of the Faculty of USAFA as Provost and Dean of the Faculty: redesignates the position of Dean of the Faculty as Provost and Dean of the Faculty. Read the full text of the provision here.

· Review the future of Service Academy Athletics: requires the Secretary of Defense to establish a panel to review the impacts of NCAA rules with respect to compensation of athletes as well as the transfer portal for athletes on the military service academies. Read the full text of the provision here.

· Streamline Congressional Communications with each Board of Visitors: requires the Secretary of Defense to appoint civilian employees for each of the military departments to serve as the congressional communications officials for the Board of Visitors of each of the military service academies. Read the full text of the provision here.

· Revoke Security Clearances for 1260H Lobbyists: requires the Secretary of War to revoke security clearances for former Department of War personnel who engage in lobbying activities on behalf of China. Read the full text of the provision here.

· Pass-Through Budget Transparency: requires the Secretary of War to provide a briefing on the Department’s use, reporting, and management of pass-through funding and efforts to improve transparency in the presentation of such funding within budget justification materials. Read the full text of the provision here.

Awarding Major Robert Lodge with Medal of Honor (Partnered with Rep. Don Bacon): authorizes the President of the United States to award the Medal of Honor to Major Robert Lodge for his heroic actions on May 10, 1972, during the Vietnam War. Read the full text of the provision here.

Pfluger's Bill to Recover Critical Minerals from Waste Streams Advances Out of Energy and Commerce Committee

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 04:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman August Pfluger's (TX-11) bipartisan legislation to fund technologies to recover critical minerals from contaminated sites and waste streams advanced out of the Committee on Energy and Commerce by a unanimous vote of 48-0.

The Environmental Monitoring and Remediation Technology Assessment Initiative (EMRTAI) Authorization Act, co-led by Congressman Greg Landsman (OH-01), would direct the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to broaden and authorize the EMRTAI program to identify, evaluate, and support the recovery of critical minerals from contaminated land and waste streams, strengthening domestic critical mineral supply chains while advancing cleanup efforts.

Nowhere is the opportunity more apparent than in the Permian Basin, which is already positioned to recover critical minerals at scale. Produced water — the wastewater generated during oil and gas production — contains significant concentrations of critical minerals, such as lithium, yet the technology and regulatory framework to responsibly recover and process these resources remains underdeveloped. This legislation would help close that gap, ensuring that the Permian Basin and similar areas across the country can turn an existing waste stream into a domestic source of critical minerals.

"America's reliance on foreign sources for critical minerals is a national and economic security risk we cannot afford to ignore," said Rep. August Pfluger (TX-11). "The Permian Basin is strategically positioned to be a leader in recovering these resources domestically. I'm proud to see the EMRTAI Authorization Act advance through the House Committee on Energy and Commerce today. This bipartisan legislation will help unlock the technology needed to recover critical minerals from contaminated sites and waste streams, strengthening our supply chains while supporting responsible cleanup efforts. I want to thank my colleague Congressman Landsman for his partnership on this important effort."

"We’re proud to see this bill moving closer to becoming law because it’s an investment in America’s future. It will help build up our domestic supply chains, protect public health, and make our country more secure," said Rep. Greg Landsman (OH-01).