S. 3164 — A bill to require a briefing on increasing procurement of strategic and critical materials from sources in the United States.

S. 3164 — A bill to require a briefing on increasing procurement of strategic and critical materials from sources in the United States. | JustPolicyThe purpose of this legislation is to enhance the United States' ability to procure strategic and critical materials from domestic sources. This is aimed at reducing reliance on foreign supply chains, which can pose risks to national security. The key provisions of the legislation require the Secretary of Defense to provide a briefing to Congress by March 1, 2026. This briefing must include several important elements.