Securing American Battery Technologies

Ensuring U.S. Energy and National Security in an Uncertain Global Market

Join CQ Roll Call and the Responsible Battery Coalition (RBC) for a timely breakfast discussion on safeguarding America’s critical minerals supply chain and strengthening U.S. battery innovation.

Key Topics of Discussion:

✅ Solidifying commonsense policies that protect American starter batteries which everything relies on, from cars to farm equipment to emergency vehicles and military assets.

✅ Strengthening domestic battery innovation and recycling to keep minerals such as antimony within the U.S. and reducing dependence on foreign supply chains.

✅ Securing critical minerals for economic and national security when two-thirds of America’s access to antimony have been cut off with recent banned exports from China which controls 48% of the global antimony supply.

✅ Supporting energy storage solutions that are increasingly vital for stabilizing the electric grid, supporting renewable energy integration, and ensuring backup power for critical infrastructure.

Why Attend?

• Gain insights from industry leaders, policy experts, and government officials on securing America’s battery future.
• Learn how businesses and policymakers can work together to protect U.S. jobs, supply chains, and energy independence.
• Understand the urgent need to defend America’s starter battery industry from global threats.

Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, May 20th, 2025
Time: 7am-10am ET
Location: Top of the Hill Banquet Hall
1 Constitution Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
Agenda: Networking Breakfast followed by a Keynote Address + Roundtable Discussion

This event is organized to comply with Congressional Ethics Rules.

Space is limited — secure your spot now to join this crucial discussion on protecting America’s battery industry and national security.

Learn more about the RBC

The RBC is a coalition of companies, academics and organizations committed to the responsible management of the batteries of today and tomorrow.

RBC members include Advanced Auto Parts, AutoZone, Clarios, FedEx, Honda, Li-Cycle, O’Reilly Auto Parts, and TerraCycle.

These organizations are on the front lines of ensuring America’s battery infrastructure remains strong, sustainable, and secure.

More information about the coalition can be found on the RBC About page.