Endorsement of the Strategic Technology and Resilient Alliances Act
The Federation of American Scientists (FAS) proudly endorses the bipartisan Strategic Technology and Resilient Alliances Act of 2026. FAS commends the leadership of Congresswoman Young Kim (R-CA-40) and Congressman Ami Bera (D-CA-06), who are introducing this important legislation that centers American science diplomacy as a priority as we strive to maintain global leadership on emerging technologies like critical minerals.
The Strategic Technology and Resilient Alliances Act would establish a Critical Minerals Innovation Partnership Program within the U.S. Department of State to foster international collaboration with allied and partner countries and eligible entities on the research, development, and commercialization of technologies related to critical minerals extraction, processing, recycling, and substitution to diversify supply chains, enhance U.S. national security, and maintain American technological and economic competitiveness.
“The STRATA Act represents forward-thinking policy that the United States needs to maintain its technological edge and its leadership on science diplomacy,” says Daniel Correa, Chief Executive Officer of the Federation of American Scientists. “Structured partnerships with our allies on critical minerals innovation can ensure that the best science and the best talent are working together towards shared security and economic prosperity.”
For more information, contact Gil Ruiz at GRuiz@FAS.org or Aleksandra Srdanovic at ASrdanovic@FAS.org.
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