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Streamlining Critical Mineral Production on Federal Lands

This act aims to speed up and improve the permitting processes for critical mineral extraction on federal lands. The goal is to increase the availability of these resources within the U.S., potentially impacting the stability of prices for products containing these minerals and enhancing national economic security.
Key points
Reduced waiting times for critical mineral extraction permits, potentially accelerating mining project development.
Increased transparency and efficiency in extraction decision-making processes, with an emphasis on collaboration with local communities and authorities.
Requirement for reporting on progress and efficiency of permitting processes to ensure better oversight and accountability.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1352
Sponsor: Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK]
Process start date: 2021-04-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to improve the quality and timeliness of Federal permitting and review processes with respect to critical mineral production on Federal land, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1352.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Reduced waiting times for critical mineral extraction permits, potentially accelerating mining project development.
  • Increased transparency and efficiency in extraction decision-making processes, with an emphasis on collaboration with local communities and authorities.
  • Requirement for reporting on progress and efficiency of permitting processes to ensure better oversight and accountability.
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 Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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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Economy Environment Public Investments