Alan Lowenthal: “I have an amendment at the desk. The CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as…”

“I have an amendment at the desk. The CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 5, strike lines 1 through 15 and insert the following: (1) Strategic and critical minerals.--The term ``strategic and critical minerals''-- (A) except as provided in subparagraph (B), means-- (i) minerals and mineral groups identified as critical by the National Research Council in the report titled ``Minerals, Critical Minerals, and the U.S Economy'' and dated 2008; and (ii) additional minerals identified by the Secretary of the Interior based on the National Research Council criteria in such report; and (B) does not include sand, gravel, or clay. Page 5, line 25, after ``ties'' insert ``for strategic and critical minerals''. Page 6, line 3, after ``operation'' insert ``for strategic and critical mineral mines''. The CHAIR. Pursuant to House Resolution 481, the gentleman from California (Mr. Lowenthal) and a Member opposed each will control 5 minutes. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from California.”