Republican divisions over President Donald Trump’s tariff agenda delayed consideration of critical minerals legislation on the House floor.
The chamber blocked a resolution Tuesday night making way for debate on several bills, including H.R. 3617, the “Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act,” from Rep. John James (R-Mich.). It would require the Department of Energy to conduct an ongoing assessment of critical energy needs, supply chains and security.
Republican Reps. Don Bacon of Nebraska, Thomas Massie of Kentucky and Kevin Kiley of California voted against the “rule” for the legislation because it included a prohibition on taking up Democratic legislation against Trump’s tariffs.
The Rules Committee met again late Tuesday night to approve new parameters for debate for the minerals bill and other measures.
