# Brazil’s Senate passes rare earth minerals regulation, paving the way for expanded exploration

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- The Associated Press, 2026-09-04 03:00 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://bit.ly/4yeC8ft

> Brazil’s Senate approved a bill regulating exploration of critical minerals, including rare earths, marking a step toward tapping the country’s extensive reserves.