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GA HR1025
Resolution
Status
Engrossed
3/30/2022
Primary Sponsor
Bruce Williamson
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AI Summary
- Georgia House of Representatives recognizes copper as critical to the state's economy, national security, energy infrastructure, and clean energy transition, and urges its addition to the official United States Geological Survey Critical Minerals List
- The U.S. has become a net importer of copper, with China accounting for 43% of refined copper production outside the United States as of 2020, raising concerns about supply chain vulnerability
- Georgia is home to major defense manufacturers including Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, General Dynamics, and S&K Aerospace, making a stable copper supply critically important to the state
- The copper mining industry supports approximately 40,000 jobs across 30 states in mining, refining, manufacturing, and related roles
- The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and the press
Legislative Description
State of Georgia; recognize copper as critical; urge for inclusion on official United States Geological Survey Critical Minerals List
Last Action
House Passed/Adopted
3/30/2022
Committee Referrals
Natural Resources and Environment3/16/2022
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