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BillHR 8277 · 119

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to designate copper as an applicable critical mineral and to include ore extraction costs for purposes of the advanced manufacturing production credit.

Introduced
Apr 14, 2026
Cosponsors
1
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 14, 2026

Bill Summary

Adds copper to the list of critical minerals and allows companies to claim a tax credit for the costs of extracting copper ore as part of a manufacturing production credit. Requires the Internal Revenue Code to include these extraction costs for tax credit purposes.

Sponsored By

David Schweikert
Republican · Arizona · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 14, 2026
  2. Apr 14, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  3. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  4. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  5. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects copper mining and manufacturing companies, potentially reducing their tax liability by allowing them to claim a credit for ore extraction costs. It may also impact the copper industry's overall production costs and investment decisions.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
2backers
  • Republican2
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (1)

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
IntroducedApr 14, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 14, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Subjects
  • Economy

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.