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Request for Documents on Mineral Withdrawal in Superior National Forest

The House of Representatives is demanding documents from the Secretary of Agriculture regarding the mineral withdrawal in the Superior National Forest. This aims to clarify the decision's impact on the economy, national security, and local jobs, potentially affecting regional economic stability and resource availability.
Key points
Request for information on the quantity of minerals, including critical ones, needed for infrastructure and electric vehicle production, found in the Duluth Complex.
Demand for disclosure of documents concerning the impact of the mineral withdrawal on Twin Metals' operations, including lost economic benefits and union agreements.
Request for documents on the impact of the two-year pause in mineral activity on national security, mineral supply chain stability, and increased reliance on foreign minerals.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_1251
Sponsor: Rep. Stauber, Pete [R-MN-8]
Process start date: 2022-07-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Of inquiry directing the Secretary of Agriculture to transmit certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the mineral withdrawal within the Superior National Forest.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_1251.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Request for information on the quantity of minerals, including critical ones, needed for infrastructure and electric vehicle production, found in the Duluth Complex.
  • Demand for disclosure of documents concerning the impact of the mineral withdrawal on Twin Metals' operations, including lost economic benefits and union agreements.
  • Request for documents on the impact of the two-year pause in mineral activity on national security, mineral supply chain stability, and increased reliance on foreign minerals.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Stauber, Pete [R-MN-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 116.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Environment Economy