H.R. 4402 - National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act of 2012

Summary

H.R. 4402 would require the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture to more efficiently develop domestic sources of the minerals and mineral materials of critical importance to U.S. economic, national security, and manufacturing competitiveness.

Type of Rule

Structured rule (making only particular amendments in order) for consideration of H.R. 4402.  Reported by voice vote.

Amendments

H.R. 4402

Republican

Democratic

Bipartisan

Submitted

2

9

0

Withdrawn

0

1

0

Made in Order

2

5

0

 

Other Elements of the Rule

  • Provides one hour of general debate equally divided and controlled by the chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on Natural Resources.
  • Provides 10 minutes of debate for each of the 7 amendments made in order.
  • Provides one motion to recommit with or without instructions.
  • Floor Managers: Bishop/Polis

Floor Action Expected

The bill is expected to be on the floor: July 12, 2012.