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Proposed Critical Mineral Mining Education Act of 2026

Original title: Text of Senate Amendment 6325

June 24, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

If enacted, this proposal would authorize $10 million in annual federal spending from 2026 through 2035 to support specialized mining education and international workforce training.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

U.S. mining industry

The industry is the primary focus for workforce development and recruitment efforts funded by the proposed programs.

Institutions of higher education

Universities may host visiting scholars or have their students participate in international mining fellowships.

Department of State

The agency is tasked with administering the new fellowship and scholar programs and submitting annual reports to Congress.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 24, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

This amendment proposes creating two new international exchange programs under the Fulbright banner to address the shortage of skilled workers in the U.S. mining industry. It would fund U.S. students to study mining abroad and bring foreign mining experts to teach at U.S. universities, with a total authorization of $10 million annually for ten years.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

If enacted, this proposal would authorize $10 million in annual federal spending from 2026 through 2035 to support specialized mining education and international workforce training.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to participate in the mining fellowship program?

Eligible participants include students who have already earned a bachelor's degree, students currently enrolled in advanced degree programs in STEM or mining-related fields, or those who have earned a postdoctoral degree within the last 5 years.

What is the goal of the Visiting Mining Scholars Program?

The program aims to bring foreign experts to the U.S. to help expand mining education programs, bolster workforce development, and advance research in mining and related fields.

How long will these programs last?

The programs are authorized for 10 years, starting in fiscal year 2026 and ending in 2035, at which point the legislation s.

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Discoveries

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Integration of Mining into Fulbright

The amendment explicitly expands the scope of the J. William Fulbright Educational Exchange Program to include specific industrial workforce development for the mining sector.

J. William Fulbright Educational Exchange Program Department of State

Connected Entities

personMs. Rosen“U.S. Senator who submitted the amendment.”Map →

organizationFulbright Foreign Scholarship Board“Responsible for establishing policy guidelines for the programs.”Map →

personMr. Curtis“U.S. Senator who co-sponsored the amendment.”Map →

organizationDepartment of State“Responsible for administering the proposed fellowship and scholar programs.”Map →

personMr. Scott of South Carolina“U.S. Senator who co-sponsored the amendment.”Map →

personMr. Kaine“U.S. Senator who co-sponsored the amendment.”Map →

Sources

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