Cooperative Management of Mineral Rights Act of 2017

Bill 115 hr 2316, also known as the Cooperative Management of Mineral Rights Act of 2017, aims to establish a cooperative management framework for the development of mineral resources on federal lands. The bill seeks to promote collaboration between federal, state, and tribal governments, as well as private landowners, in order to streamline the permitting process for mineral extraction projects.

Under the provisions of the bill, the Secretary of the Interior would be required to establish a cooperative management program that allows for the coordinated development of mineral resources on federal lands. This program would involve the creation of cooperative agreements between the federal government and other stakeholders, such as state and tribal governments, to facilitate the efficient and responsible extraction of minerals.

The bill also includes provisions for the establishment of a pilot program to test the effectiveness of the cooperative management framework in practice. This pilot program would involve the implementation of cooperative agreements in select regions to assess their impact on the permitting process and the overall management of mineral resources. Overall, the Cooperative Management of Mineral Rights Act of 2017 aims to improve the management of mineral resources on federal lands by promoting collaboration and cooperation among all stakeholders involved in the development of these resources. The bill seeks to streamline the permitting process for mineral extraction projects and ensure that these projects are carried out in a responsible and sustainable manner.