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MO HB2510

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mike Steinmeyer

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the "Missouri Critical Minerals Development and Security Act" establishing a statewide framework for identifying, mapping, and developing critical minerals essential to energy technologies, defense, and national security

  • Establishes the Missouri Critical Minerals Task Force within the Department of Natural Resources, composed of 8 members including state agency directors, legislators, and industry experts serving 2-year terms, with annual reports to the General Assembly beginning December 1, 2027

  • Creates the Missouri Critical Minerals Development and Security Program within the Department of Economic Development to administer grants for geological mapping, feasibility studies, workforce development, and advanced mining technology

  • Authorizes performance-based incentives for construction of critical mineral processing facilities, advanced manufacturing deployment, technology upgrades, and workforce training tied to Missouri institutions

  • Establishes a dedicated state treasury fund for program administration and includes a 5-year sunset provision requiring legislative reauthorization

Legislative Description

Establishes the Missouri Critical Minerals Development and Security Act and requires coordination between DNR, DED, and Dept of Higher Education and Workforce Development.

Last Action

Public Hearing Completed (H)

3/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Higher Education and Workforce Development2/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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