Honorable John James
United States Representative, Michigan, Republican
Rep. James has represented Michigan’s 10th Congressional District since 2023. On May 29, 2025, he introduced the Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act (H.R. 3617). The following are his remarks during debate on the House floor on Feb. 11, 2026. I rise today to advance a transformative vision for our nation’s energy future through my bill, the Securing America’s Critical Minerals Supply Act. This legislation is a bold and necessary step to ensure that the United States leads the world in energy innovation, security and independence. At a time when global supply chains are increasingly weaponized and controlled by foreign…
