House Panel Advances DOMINANCE Act to Cut 90% China Grip on Rare Earth Refining
Updated
Updated · Fox News · May 15
House Panel Advances DOMINANCE Act to Cut 90% China Grip on Rare Earth Refining
2 articles · Updated · Fox News · May 15
The House Foreign Affairs Committee approved the DOMINANCE Act this week, advancing legislation aimed at securing U.S. critical-mineral supply chains through closer coordination with allies.
China’s dominance drove the move: Beijing controls about 70% of global rare-earth mining and nearly 90% of refining capacity, giving it leverage over materials used in electronics, batteries and weapons systems.
Last year’s Chinese export controls on rare earths underscored the risk, disrupting global markets and threatening U.S. manufacturing, defense production and consumer costs.
California’s aerospace sector alone supports more than 350,000 jobs, illustrating how mineral shortages could hit both the economy and the defense industrial base.
The bill aligns with the Trump administration’s push to expand domestic mining while building non-China supply chains as demand for copper and other critical minerals accelerates.
Will the multi-billion dollar push for mineral independence make American technology more secure or just more expensive?
As the U.S. builds new mineral alliances, what strategic moves can China make to maintain its global market control?
Can America's new mineral strategy outpace the soaring demand driven by the global AI and electrification race?
Breaking China’s Grip: How the DOMINANCE Act Aims to Secure U.S. Rare Earth Supply Chains and Counter 95% Dependency
Overview
The DOMINANCE Act is the United States' latest response to China's overwhelming control of critical mineral supply chains, which creates a major strategic vulnerability for the U.S. economy and national security. As China tightens its grip on rare earths—essential for electronics, renewable energy, and defense—the Act advances a robust strategy to secure these resources. By prioritizing domestic capabilities and reducing reliance on China, the legislation aims to protect key industries and strengthen U.S. resilience. This urgent move reflects the growing risks posed by China's influence over global markets and the need for a coordinated national effort.