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President Trump authorizes Defense Production Act measures to secure recoverable critical minerals

Original title: Presidential Determination Pursuant to Section 101 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as Amended, on Recoverable Critical Minerals and Materials

July 30, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This determination grants the Secretary of Commerce authority to intervene in the supply chain for materials like and rare-earth magnets, which may impact industrial production and market availability for manufacturers and recyclers.

Who is mentioned in the record

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

Secretary of Commerce

The Secretary is directed to implement the determination and has been granted authority to issue regulations and guidance.

Domestic manufacturers

Manufacturers may be subject to new regulations or prioritization requirements regarding the use and distribution of critical minerals.

What changed

Last recorded activity July 30, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

President Trump has determined that recoverable critical minerals and materials are essential to national defense and has authorized the Secretary of Commerce to use the to secure their supply. This action allows the government to prioritize the distribution of these materials to prevent supply chain disruptions and address potential shortages.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials are covered by this order?

The order covers 'recoverable critical minerals and materials,' including , end-of-life rare-earth magnets, , and other waste or scrap containing critical minerals.

Does this order affect copper scrap?

No, copper scrap is explicitly excluded because it is already covered under Proclamation 10962.

What power does the Secretary of Commerce have now?

The Secretary is authorized to take actions under the , including issuing new regulations, rules, and procedures to secure the supply of these materials.

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Expansion of Defense Production Act scope

The order explicitly includes 'recoverable' waste materials like black mass and swarf as critical industrial resources, signaling a shift toward circular economy materials in national defense strategy.

Secretary of Commerce Defense Production Act of 1950

Connected Entities

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Sources

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www.federalregister.gov

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