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U.S. Department of the Interior -- Office of the Secretary Event Information Request Form To ensure that the appropriate individual within the Department of the Interior is participating at your event and because the Office of the Secretary is committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards, we need the information requested below before we can agree to confirm a speaker or as an attendee at an external event. Please respond to the questions below and send your response to scheduling_interior@ios.doi.gov. Providing detailed responses and including all requested attachments in one single submission will assist with a timely turnaround. If you have any questions, you may contact Lucy Herrington at (202) 431-0623 Event Date: Please note if the date is flexible Event Title: Please note if the event is weekly, monthly, annual, etc. Event Time: 9:30-12:30 April 9, 2025 US Chamber of Commerce Critical Mineral Event Total Time: 3 Exact Speaking Time: 9:30- could move depending on his availability Speech/Remarks Length: 5-15 minutes Event Location: Virtual Platform: Link: OR Venue: US Chamber of Commerce Headquarters Address: 1615 H Street NW City & State: Washington, DC Contact information: Identify if organizing and day of contact(s) is the same or different Brief event description and purpose: Organizing Contact(s): Day of Contact(s): - Name: Ruth Demeter Email: rdemeter@uschamber.com Phone b 6 Name: Ruth Demeter Email: rdemeter , uschamber.com Phone: (b) 6) Description (please identify whether the event is a fundraising event): Morning summit with critical minerals stakeholders to discuss current state of federal policy surrounding critical minerals from both domestic and international perspectives. Not a fundraising event. Purpose: Convene stakeholder to discuss and develop solutions to our critical minerals supply chain crisis. Identify the desired role of the Secretary. Roles (select one): Sierra Club v. Dept of Interior - 3:25-cv-05375-PHK 0000931 SC_EVERSPLIT0013778 Brief Remarks (opening/closing)- He us welcome to speak longer if he would like- we can work around his schedule if he would prefer to deliver a Keynote If you are requesting remarks, are there any specific issues you would like the Secretary to highlight/address in his remarks? We would like the Secretary to address the current state of minerals policy in the United States and what the government can be doing to secure the domestic supply chain of critical minerals. If the Secretary is not able to attend, is a surrogate desired? If yes, anyone specific? Yes, a surrogate would be welcome. Understanding we are in the early stages of staffing for the new Administration, we would welcome anyone you think would be a good match for this type of event. HOST Who are the event host(s)? Please identify and provide background on the event host(s) as well as any other organization involved in the Event. Is the event host a registered lobbyist or lobbying organization, registered under the Foreign Agents Registration Act, partisan political candidates; and/or a representative of a partisan political party or group? If yes, please identify. AND SPONSOR Host(s): US Chamber of Commerce Background: The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world's largest business organization and network. Our members range from small businesses and chambers of commerce across the country to startups in fast-growing industries, leading industry associations, and global corporations. The chamber does employ registered lobbyists and does not represent any particular political party or group. Is the event host seeking or does it No currently have any business interests with the Department such as permits, contracts, litigation, grants, etc.? If yes, please describe. Who are the s i onsors of the event? Please identify and provide background information on the individual and/or entity. Sponsors(s): US Chamber of Commerce Approximately how many people are expected to attend the event? AUDIENCE 100-150 Sierra Club v. Dept of Interior - 3:25-cv-05375-PHK 0000932 SC_EVERSPLIT0013779 Please describe the target audience of the event: elected officials, local community leaders, academics, industry representatives, public sector representatives, etc. Will the attendees at the event include persons with a diversity of views or interests, or representatives from throughout an industry or profession, or the range of persons interested in a matter? 100+ stakeholders, Federal agencies, Members of Congress, business leaders, and stakeholders representing the entire the critical minerals value chain including mining, processing, manufacturing technology, automotive companies and more. Yes- we invite participants and attendees that represent a broad spectrum of industry and viewpoints as well as elected officials from both sides of the aisle. If yes, please describe. Other Invited/Confirmed Participants: 1. Please list and identify other VIPs or speakers confirmed/invited and in what role. *If Applicable: please list and identify other Department personnel that have been invited/confirmed and in what role. Is the event open to the public? If not, please describe who is invited. Confirmed: Rep. Rob Wittman, Member of the U.S House Representatives, R-VA-11, Keynote Rep. Haley Stevens, D-MI-1, Keynote Invited: Secretary Marco Rubio, Secretary of State, Speaker Open to the public but targeted towards (and almost exclusively attended by) Chamber Members and invited guests of the Chamber. REMARKS What is the set-up for the remarks and/or Podium on a Stage discussion? Will he be sharing the stage, moderated discussion, Q&A session, etc. *PLEASE ATTACH the event schedule outlining any speaking order and remark timetables. A draft version works well. What is the public registration/ticket fee Free to attend/participate in the event? COMMUNICATIONS Is the event open or closed to press? Open to press If open, are you expecting local, trade, state, or national news coverage? Trade press (E&E, Politico), WSJ If this is an annual event, which news outlets typically cover the event? 3rd annual event, covered by energy and environment trade press Sierra Club v. Dept of Interior - 3:25-cv-05375-PHK 0000933 SC_EVERSPLIT0013780 Will you be advertising or live streaming the event on any social media outlets? Advertising on LinkedIn, X No livestreaming available. If yes, please explain. LOGISTICS/OTHER* Please supply any other pertinent Draft agenda is attached. background information for the event, including draft agendas, event website, promotional/ advertising materials, outreach plan, history of the event, prior attendance by DOI officials, etc. What does the invitation include: registration/conference event fee; meals or refreshments; receptions or other entertainment; informational materials; award; memento or token of appreciation; and/or travel (ground or air transportation, hotel, etc.). Light refreshments and a coffee service will be available throughout the event. Does all or part of the invitation to the Secretary extend to other Department staff such as security, advance, and/or those staff essential to the Secretary's participation in the event? Absolutely, the more the merrier. Please let us know in advance how many people will be participating and how we can be most helpful in coordinating with and accommodating for your team. If yes, please identify. Does the invitation include a plus one? No If yes, will others in attendance generally be accompanied by a spouse or other guest? What is the monetary value of the invitation $0 offered to the Secretary (and his plus one and/or essential staff as appropriate)? Please identify how the monetary value was determined, including any travel costs, registration/ticket fee to attend/participate in the event, entertainment, meal costs, etc. (Please attach separate sheet if necessary.) Any additional notes or information? It would be an honor to have the Secretary join us. Please feel free to reach out if you would like to discuss accommodations for timing/format of his participation. Sierra Club v. Dept of Interior - 3:25-cv-05375-PHK 0000934 SC_EVERSPLIT0013781