Bills · HR 6826
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 6826Taxation
Critical Minerals Independence Act
INTRO DEC 17· LAST ACTION DEC 17
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it addresses a critical issue: the reliance on foreign countries for essential minerals needed to power modern technology, from smartphones to electric vehicles. Currently, many of these minerals are mined and processed abroad, making the U.S. vulnerable to supply chain disruptions and price volatility.
If this bill becomes law, it could incentivize more companies to invest in battery recycling facilities and processes within the U.S., creating jobs and reducing dependence on foreign sources for these materials. This supports the growth of domestic green energy industries and contributes to a more circular economy by making better use of materials already in circulation. If it doesn't pass, the U.S. will likely continue to face challenges in securing a stable, domestic supply of critical battery minerals, potentially impacting the cost and availability of technologies that rely on them.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Expands the existing advanced manufacturing production tax credit to include "black mass."
This makes the initial recycling of spent batteries financially more attractive for U.S. companies.
PROVISION 02
Defines "black mass" as the intermediate, solid particulate material produced from processing spent lithium-ion cells, containing critical metals.
This clearly specifies what material qualifies for the tax credit, ensuring the incentive targets a crucial stage of battery recycling.
PROVISION 03
The changes to the tax code will apply to eligible components produced and sold in taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024.
This sets a clear timeframe for when companies can start claiming the tax credit for black mass production.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSDEC 17
Introduced in House
DEC 17
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 6826
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedDec 17, 2025
Last actionDec 17, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED DEC 17, 2025
House BillHR 6826Taxation
Critical Minerals Independence Act
INTRODUCED DEC 17, 2025· LAST ACTION DEC 17, 2025
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READING
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