PRIMED Act

The "Permit Reform In Mining for Energy and Defense Act," or PRIMED Act, aims to streamline federal permitting for critical defense-related projects. It requires specific actions by the Secretary of Defense, taken under the Defense Production Act of 1950, to be designated as "covered projects" under the FAST Act. This designation ensures these projects are included in the federal Permitting Dashboard, regardless of whether they would otherwise qualify. These designated actions are focused on creating, maintaining, or expanding domestic production capabilities for essential materials. This includes supporting feasibility studies for mining and processing, facilitating byproduct production, and modernizing existing facilities to enhance productivity and environmental sustainability. The bill provides an exception, allowing a project sponsor to request that their action not be treated as a covered project.