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Restoring Mineral Leases and Expediting Reviews in Superior National Forest

This act aims to reinstate previously canceled mineral permits in the Superior National Forest in Minnesota. This means companies may resume or begin mining operations, potentially impacting local jobs and the environment. The act also sets shorter deadlines for reviewing mining plans, speeding up decision-making processes.
Key points
Canceled mineral permits in the Superior National Forest will be reinstated, potentially leading to renewed mining activity.
Strict deadlines (18 months for initial review, 6 months for supplemental reviews and permit issuance) are set for approving mining plans, accelerating processes.
New mineral leases will have longer initial terms (20 years) and multiple renewal options, providing stability for mining companies.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_978
Sponsor: Rep. Stauber, Pete [R-MN-8]
Process start date: 2025-02-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Superior National Forest Restoration Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_978.

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 2025-02-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Canceled mineral permits in the Superior National Forest will be reinstated, potentially leading to renewed mining activity.
  • Strict deadlines (18 months for initial review, 6 months for supplemental reviews and permit issuance) are set for approving mining plans, accelerating processes.
  • New mineral leases will have longer initial terms (20 years) and multiple renewal options, providing stability for mining companies.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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: 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 2025-12-23.

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