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This bill is a resolution supporting the exploration, development, processing, and refining of critical minerals in Montana, recognizing the strategic importance of these minerals for national technological, energy, and defense needs. The resolution highlights that the United States currently imports most of its critical minerals, with China controlling a significant portion of mining and processing, which poses potential supply chain risks. Montana is specifically positioned to contribute to national mineral security, as it has significant deposits of critical minerals, including being home to the nation's only platinum group metals-producing mines and having facilities that produce or have historically produced minerals like copper, nickel, and zinc. The bill urges state, federal, tribal, and local jurisdictions to support the responsible study, identification, and development of critical minerals in Montana, emphasizing that domestic mining and processing would provide environmental and humanitarian benefits compared to similar projects in countries like China and Russia. Additionally, the resolution instructs the Secretary of State to send copies of the resolution to key federal government officials, including the President, congressional leaders, and Montana's Congressional Delegation, to raise awareness and garner support for domestic critical minerals development.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://bills.legmt.gov/#/laws/bill/2/LC2559