30 USC 1230a - Strategic Resources Generic Mineral Technology Center

U.S Code last checked for updates: May 03, 2024

§ 1230a.

Strategic Resources Generic Mineral Technology Center

(a)

Establishment

(b)

Functions

The center shall—

(1)

provide for studies and technology development in the areas of mineral extraction and refining processes, product substitution and conservation of mineral resources through recycling and advanced processing and fabrication methods;

(2)

identify new deposits of strategic and critical mineral resources; and

(3)

facilitate the transfer of information, studies, and technologies developed by the center to the private sector.

(c)

Criteria

The Secretary shall establish the center referred to in subsection (a) at a university that—

(1)

does not currently host a generic mineral technology center;

(2)

has established advanced degree programs in geology and geological engineering, and metallurgical and mining engineering;

(3)

has expertise in materials and advanced processing research; and

(4)

is located west of the 100th meridian.

(d)

Authorization of appropriations

(Pub. L. 98–409, § 12, as added Pub. L. 101–498, § 2, Nov. 2, 1990, 104 Stat. 1207.)

cite as: 30 USC 1230a