The US passes DOMINANCE Act for critical minerals security

• •What are your thoughts on this?
• •Do you think this will significantly impact domestic mining operations or attract more investment into the sector?
• •I'm curious to hear if anyone is already positioned for this or sees new opportunities opening up.

Hey everyone,

Just read this article about the US passing the DOMINANCE Act for critical minerals security: https://www.mining.com/the-us-passes-dominance-act-for-critical-minerals-security/

This is really interesting, especially with all the discussions lately about supply chain vulnerabilities. As someone who's been investing in the mining sector for a while now (mostly in some junior explorers for growth, alongside a few established producers for stability), this bill feels like a crucial step. My portfolio has definitely been impacted by the volatility in critical mineral prices, and honestly, worrying about where we'll source these essential components for everything from EVs to defense tech is a real concern for my retirement planning. Seeing bipartisan support for something like this is a good sign – it suggests a longer-term commitment, which is what we need to see for these investments to truly pay off.

What are your thoughts on this? Do you think this will significantly impact domestic mining operations or attract more investment into the sector? I'm curious to hear if anyone is already positioned for this or sees new opportunities opening up. My kids are growing up in a world increasingly reliant on these materials, so ensuring a secure supply just makes sense for everyone.