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Boundary Waters Wilderness Protection: Mining and Activity Ban

This act aims to protect the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and interconnected federal lands in Minnesota. It restricts mining and other activities that could harm the environment, ensuring the preservation of this unique area for future generations. For citizens, this means the continued preservation of natural beauty and recreational opportunities in the region.
Key points
New mining and other development activities are prohibited on approximately 225,504 acres of federal land and waters in Minnesota, including within the Superior National Forest.
Removal of sand, gravel, granite, iron ore, and taconite is permitted only if it does not harm water quality, air quality, and forest habitat health.
Maps and detailed information about the protected area are publicly available at Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management offices.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1366
Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN]
Process start date: 2025-04-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Boundary Waters Wilderness Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1366.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-04-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New mining and other development activities are prohibited on approximately 225,504 acres of federal land and waters in Minnesota, including within the Superior National Forest.
  • Removal of sand, gravel, granite, iron ore, and taconite is permitted only if it does not harm water quality, air quality, and forest habitat health.
  • Maps and detailed information about the protected area are publicly available at Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management offices.
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 Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN].

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 2025-12-23.

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Environment