Mining Regulatory Clarity Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-03-15T04:23:20Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1366 Mining Regulatory Clarity Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/15/2025, 4:23 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1366

Bill 119 HR 1366, also known as the Abandoned Hardrock Mine Fund Act, aims to address the issue of abandoned hardrock mining sites in the United States. The bill proposes the establishment of the Abandoned Hardrock Mine Fund, which would be used to clean up and reclaim multiple hardrock mining mill sites that have been left abandoned.

The bill seeks to address the environmental and public health risks posed by these abandoned sites, which can include contaminated water sources, unstable land, and other hazards. By creating a dedicated fund for the cleanup and reclamation of these sites, the bill aims to protect communities and the environment from the negative impacts of abandoned hardrock mining operations.

In addition to establishing the Abandoned Hardrock Mine Fund, the bill also includes provisions for the location of multiple hardrock mining mill sites. This aspect of the bill aims to streamline the process for identifying and prioritizing sites in need of cleanup and reclamation, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently and effectively. Overall, Bill 119 HR 1366 represents a bipartisan effort to address the longstanding issue of abandoned hardrock mining sites in the United States. By creating a dedicated fund and establishing a process for site identification and prioritization, the bill aims to protect communities and the environment from the negative impacts of these abandoned sites.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1366

Bill HR 1366 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 14, 2025. Bill HR 1366 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 14, 2025. Bill HR 1366's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. as of February 14, 2025

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To provide for the location of multiple hardrock mining mill sites, to establish the Abandoned Hardrock Mine Fund, and for other purposes.To provide for the location of multiple hardrock mining mill sites, to establish the Abandoned Hardrock Mine Fund, and for other purposes.

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