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Protecting San Bernardino National Forest Lands from Mining

This new law aims to protect approximately 3,055 acres of land in the San Bernardino National Forest in California. This area will be withdrawn from mining activities to safeguard endangered plant species and their habitats. For citizens, this means these lands will remain natural, free from the impacts of mineral extraction.
Key points
Approximately 3,055 acres of land in the San Bernardino National Forest will be permanently withdrawn from mineral exploration and extraction.
The goal is to protect four threatened and endangered plant species and their crucial habitats from the negative effects of mining activities.
This change ensures these lands remain available for recreation and conservation, without interference from the mining industry.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7093
Sponsor: Rep. Obernolte, Jay [R-CA-8]
Process start date: 2022-03-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To withdraw certain Federal land in the San Bernardino National Forest in California from location, entry, and patent under mining laws, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7093.

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 2022-03-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Approximately 3,055 acres of land in the San Bernardino National Forest will be permanently withdrawn from mineral exploration and extraction.
  • The goal is to protect four threatened and endangered plant species and their crucial habitats from the negative effects of mining activities.
  • This change ensures these lands remain available for recreation and conservation, without interference from the mining industry.
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. Obernolte, Jay [R-CA-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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.

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