Senator Kyl has included subsection 5(c) in this legislation to expressly confirm that before we open the mine, as already required by existing law, the entire operation and its environmental impacts will be subject to full review under the National Environmental Policy Act.
Kyl emphasizes the need for environmental review before mining operations begin.
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