HR 1366
Mining Regulatory Clarity Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 1:26 AM
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Bill overview
The Mining Regulatory Clarity Act aims to clarify rules regarding the use of federal lands for mining operations. Specifically, it allows mining companies to establish ‘mill site’ claims – areas for waste disposal – alongside their existing mining claims, even if the land doesn't contain valuable mineral deposits. The bill also creates the Abandoned Hardrock Mine Fund to support reclamation efforts, funded by fees associated with these mill site claims. It updates existing mining laws to align with recent court decisions, particularly the Rosemont Copper case.
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Nicholas J. [R-AK-At Large] Begich
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