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HR 9740·Federal·house

Critical Materials Processing Technology Testbed Act

In Committee
Sponsor: Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11] (D)
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Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Jul 16, 2026

Summary

The bill would create a dedicated capability to test and develop technologies for processing critical materials. It is aimed at supporting industry and research efforts that rely on these materials, helping to strengthen the United States' supply chain and technological edge. By providing a focused testing environment, the measure seeks to accelerate innovation in a sector vital to national security and economic competitiveness.

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