National Critical Minerals Council Act

This bill establishes the National Critical Minerals Council within the Executive Office of the President, chaired by the Vice President. The Council's primary purpose is to coordinate federal efforts to reduce U.S. reliance on foreign adversaries for critical minerals and strengthen domestic supply chains. Key mechanisms include appointing a Chief Minerals Advisor to manage daily operations, requiring annual reports on prioritized minerals and supply chain challenges, and mandating consultation with mining universities, National Laboratories, and tribal communities. The bill directly affects federal agencies (through coordination requirements), mining universities (via consultation obligations), and the broader mineral industry (by shaping national supply chain strategy).