The US government has designated helium as a critical material due to its importance for semiconductor production and risks to global supply

The Independent

Helium named a critical material by Trump administration amid worries over global supply Oct 23 at 10:30 AM

US designates helium as a critical material, citing its importance for semiconductors Oct 23 at 10:01 AM

Local 10 WPLG

US designates helium as a critical material, citing its importance for semiconductors Oct 23 at 10:01 AM

The Philadelphia Inquirer

US designates helium as a critical material, citing its importance for semiconductors Oct 23 at 10:01 AM

Toronto Star

US designates helium as a critical material, citing its importance for semiconductors seen Oct 23 at 10:16 AM

Winnipeg Free Press

US designates helium as a critical material, citing its importance for semiconductors Oct 23 at 10:02 AM