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House Republican who could lead a key environmental committee – Focused on critical minerals and natural climate solutions

Posted on October 12, 2022 by Nanthakumar Victor Emmanuel, P.Eng Leave a comment

If Republicans regain control of the House in November’s midterm elections, Rep. Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) would become chair of the Natural Resources Committee, one of the most consequential panels for environmental policy.

Critical minerals, natural climate solutions

Westerman said he thinks two types of environmental legislation could gain broad Republican support: bills focused on critical minerals and natural climate solutions.