Good Monday Morning!
In the news today and from the weekend…
Minerals:
- E&E reports that the Senate on Friday passed H.R. 6395, the “Recognizing the Importance of Critical Minerals in Healthcare Act,” which would require the U.S. Geological Survey to consult the Department of Health and Human Services when designating critical minerals.
- The Wall Street Journal reports that batteries that use sodium instead of lithium could help lessen China’s battery supply chain dominance.
Permitting:
- E&E Daily explores why permitting talks collapsed.