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Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Act: Combating Illicit Gold Trade.

This act aims to combat illegal gold mining in the Western Hemisphere, which harms the environment, funds criminal organizations, and exploits people. It establishes a multi-year strategy for international cooperation to promote legal gold sourcing and protect affected communities. Citizens can expect a safer environment and weakened criminal networks as a result.
Key points
Combating illicit gold mining that finances criminal groups and damages the environment.
Protecting human rights and natural resources in regions affected by illegal mining.
Promoting legal and responsible gold sourcing practices and supply chains.
Strengthening international cooperation and financial oversight to track illicit assets.
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Status: Placed on Calendar
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3496
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Process start date: 2025-12-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

United States Legal Gold and Mining Partnership Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3496.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-12-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Combating illicit gold mining that finances criminal groups and damages the environment.
  • Protecting human rights and natural resources in regions affected by illegal mining.
  • Promoting legal and responsible gold sourcing practices and supply chains.
  • Strengthening international cooperation and financial oversight to track illicit assets.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Placed on Calendar.

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. Cornyn, John [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 329.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-11.

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

Economy Environment Security