Bill > HR1366

This bill, titled the Mining Regulatory Clarity Act, aims to clarify regulations for hardrock mining operations. It allows for the location of multiple "mill sites," which are defined as public lands reasonably needed for waste rock or tailings disposal or other operations connected to mineral development, provided these are part of an approved "plan of operations." A "plan of operations" is a required submission to the Secretary of the Interior or Agriculture before mining activities can begin. The bill specifies that these mill sites, which can be up to 5 acres each, do not grant mineral rights and are not eligible for patenting (ownership transfer from the government). Additionally, it establishes the "Abandoned Hardrock Mine Fund" to be financed by claim maintenance fees collected on these mill sites, with funds to be used for the reclamation of abandoned hardrock mines as outlined in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. The bill also makes technical amendments to existing laws regarding mining claim fees and references.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1366/all-info