CHARM Act Coordinating and Harnessing America’s Recovery of Minerals...
To amend the Solid Waste Disposal Act to direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to coordinate a National Critical Mineral Recovery Strategy, and for other purposes.
The CHARM Act, or Coordinating and Harnessing America’s Recovery of Minerals Act, aims to revise the Solid Waste Disposal Act by creating a National Critical Mineral Recovery Strategy. This strategy would be overseen by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to ensure efficient and sustainable recovery of essential minerals from waste materials. Minerals that are crucial for national security and economic growth, such as rare earth elements, would be prioritized.
This bill would primarily affect industries involved in recycling and waste management, as well as the EPA. It could lead to new regulations and initiatives to improve the recovery of critical minerals, potentially benefiting manufacturers and technology companies that rely on these materials. Citizens might see more environmentally friendly practices and increased recycling efforts in their communities.
HB9617 was introduced on July 9, 2026, and has been referred to the Subcommittee on Environment. On July 21, 2026, it was ordered to be reported by a unanimous vote of 47-0. The bill is currently under consideration and is progressing through the legislative process.
