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Congress Disapproves Mineral Withdrawal in Minnesota

The U.S. Congress is expressing disapproval of the Interior Secretary's decision to withdraw over 225,000 acres of land in Minnesota from mineral and geothermal leasing. This means Congress aims to reverse the ban on resource extraction in these areas, potentially impacting local economies and resource availability.
Key points
Congress opposes the ban on mineral and geothermal leasing on over 225,000 acres in Minnesota.
This congressional action could reopen these lands for resource exploration and extraction.
Potential impacts include effects on mining jobs, resource availability, and the natural environment.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HCONRES_34
Sponsor: Rep. Stauber, Pete [R-MN-8]
Process start date: 2023-04-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing disapproval of the withdrawal by the Secretary of the Interior of approximately 225,504 acres of National Forest System lands in Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis Counties, Minnesota, from disposition under the United States mineral and geothermal leasing laws.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HCONRES_34.

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 2023-04-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Congress opposes the ban on mineral and geothermal leasing on over 225,000 acres in Minnesota.
  • This congressional action could reopen these lands for resource exploration and extraction.
  • Potential impacts include effects on mining jobs, resource availability, and the natural environment.
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 Union Calendar, Calendar No. 758.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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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Environment Economy