This bill, titled the "Critical Mineral Mining Education Act of 2026," addresses a significant personnel shortage in the United States mining industry, which is facing an aging workforce and declining numbers of graduates. Congress finds that 50% of the current mining workforce is expected to retire within five years, with only 14 U.S. universities offering mining programs in 2023. The legislation aims to strengthen domestic mining education and develop a robust workforce for the critical mineral supply chain, thereby reducing dependency on foreign sources and enhancing U.S. competitiveness. The bill establishes the Critical Mineral Mining Fellowship Program within the J. William Fulbright Educational Exchange Program. This program will send qualified U.S. students, holding bachelor's or advanced degrees, to foreign universities with strong mining programs, prioritizing those in Minerals Security Partnership countries. Fellows will engage in advanced coursework, research projects, practical training, and networking, with the intent to seek employment in the U.S. mining industry upon completion. The program covers tuition, living expenses, and other reasonable costs for a period typically not shorter than one year. Concurrently, the bill creates the Visiting Mining Scholars Program to bring foreign mining academics and professionals to the United States. These scholars, selected from countries with relevant expertise, will help build and expand U.S. mining education programs, bolster workforce development, and advance research at approved U.S. higher education institutions. They will consult with faculty, assist in curriculum development, participate in collaborative research, and mentor students. The program provides an allowance for living costs, with scholarship periods typically ranging from three months to one year, and authorizes $10 million annually for both programs from fiscal years 2026 through 2035.