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Barr says proposal would offset dependence on minerals from China By 14 Coal Money graphic WASHINGTON, D.C. (WTVQ) – A new proposal could use one of the state’s biggest resources — coal — to offset an over-dependence o some minerals from China, according to Congressman Andy Barr Barr introduced H.R. 8198, the National Security Through America’s Resources and Permitting Reform Act of 2020, to support the domestic production of rare-earth elements, critical minerals, and carbon which are used in advanced technology, clean energy development and military equipment such as the F-35 fighter aircraft. It is estimated that 80% of rare-earth...
