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Expressing disapproval of the withdrawal by the Secretary of the Interior of approximately 22,684 acres of Bureau of Land Management lands in the Railroad Valley of Nye County, Nevada, from all forms of mineral entry under United States law, subject to valid existing rights.
12/15/2023, 3:51 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 478
Bill 118 H.Res. 478 is a resolution expressing disapproval of the Secretary of the Interior's decision to withdraw approximately 22,684 acres of Bureau of Land Management lands in the Railroad Valley of Nye County, Nevada from all forms of mineral entry under United States law, subject to valid existing rights. The resolution aims to challenge this withdrawal and highlight concerns about the impact it may have on mineral exploration and development in the area.
The resolution argues that the withdrawal of these lands could hinder economic development and job creation in the region, as well as limit opportunities for mineral exploration and extraction. It also raises concerns about the potential negative effects on local communities and the overall economy of Nevada.
Supporters of the resolution believe that the withdrawal of these lands is unnecessary and could have far-reaching consequences for the state of Nevada. They argue that the decision should be reconsidered in order to balance conservation efforts with economic development and job creation. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 478 is a response to the Secretary of the Interior's decision to withdraw a significant amount of land in Nevada from mineral entry, and seeks to express disapproval of this action in order to protect the interests of the state and its residents.
The resolution argues that the withdrawal of these lands could hinder economic development and job creation in the region, as well as limit opportunities for mineral exploration and extraction. It also raises concerns about the potential negative effects on local communities and the overall economy of Nevada.
Supporters of the resolution believe that the withdrawal of these lands is unnecessary and could have far-reaching consequences for the state of Nevada. They argue that the decision should be reconsidered in order to balance conservation efforts with economic development and job creation. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 478 is a response to the Secretary of the Interior's decision to withdraw a significant amount of land in Nevada from mineral entry, and seeks to express disapproval of this action in order to protect the interests of the state and its residents.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 478
Bill HRES 478 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 7, 2023. Bill HRES 478 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 7, 2023. Bill HRES 478's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources. as of June 9, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 478
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 478
Primary Policy Focus
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesPotential Impact Areas
- Intergovernmental relations
- Land use and conservation
- Mining
- Nevada
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 478
Expressing disapproval of the withdrawal by the Secretary of the Interior of approximately 22,684 acres of Bureau of Land Management lands in the Railroad Valley of Nye County, Nevada, from all forms of mineral entry under United States law, subject to valid existing rights.
Expressing disapproval of the withdrawal by the Secretary of the Interior of approximately 22,684 acres of Bureau of Land Management lands in the Railroad Valley of Nye County, Nevada, from all forms of mineral entry under United States law, subject to valid existing rights.
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