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United States Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Act

2/12/2026, 4:38 AM

Summary of Bill S 3496

The United States Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Act, introduced in the 119th Congress, aims to regulate legal aspects of gold mining operations and partnerships in the country. The bill, designated as S. 3496 and introduced on December 16, 2025, provides a framework for governing partnerships involved in gold mining activities. Specific directives and actions proposed in the bill include establishing guidelines for partnership agreements, outlining responsibilities of partners, and addressing legal issues related to gold mining ventures. For more detailed information and the full text of the bill, it can be accessed at the provided URL: https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/s3496/BILLS-119s3496is.htm.

Current Status of Bill S 3496

Bill S 3496 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 16, 2025. Bill S 3496 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on December 16, 2025.  Bill S 3496's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 329. as of February 10, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3496

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
3
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3496

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3496

United States Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Act
United States Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Act
A bill to establish and implement a multi-year Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Strategy to reduce the negative environmental and social impacts of illicit gold mining in the Western Hemisphere, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Raylan Hauser

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4 months ago

I fully support this bill as it will promote responsible mining practices and boost the economy. It will also create jobs and increase revenue for the government. Did you know that this bill includes provisions for environmental protection measures?

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