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Mineral Leasing Act: Replacing Gilsonite Terminology with Asphaltite.

This bill introduces a technical amendment to federal mineral leasing law, replacing the term "gilsonite" with "asphaltite" throughout relevant sections of the Act. The change aims to standardize terminology used by the extraction industry and government agencies. It does not impose new taxes or obligations on the average citizen but clarifies regulatory language for mineral extraction.
Key points
The term "gilsonite" is officially replaced by "asphaltite" across the Mineral Leasing Act.
This is a purely technical legal change that does not directly impact citizens' daily lives, finances, or rights.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_3596
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2024-01-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to amend the Mineral Leasing Act to amend references of gilsonite to asphaltite.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3596.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-01-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The term "gilsonite" is officially replaced by "asphaltite" across the Mineral Leasing Act.
  • This is a purely technical legal change that does not directly impact citizens' daily lives, finances, or rights.
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. Lee, Mike [R-UT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 605.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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