Raúl Grijalva: “The issue of reforming the 1872 Mining Law will, no doubt, as this legislation proceeds, be a source of debate.”

This law would apply to all of our public lands, including national parks, wilderness areas, and BLM land.

You are hearing that correctly. Any American, or notably, any American subsidiary of a foreign company could have the exclusive rights to our public lands for about $10 per acre per year.

A few weeks ago, I sought medical treatment for a persistent cough which was initially diagnosed as pneumonia. After further testing and imaging, my physician discovered that I have cancer.

The passage of this legislation would also set a dangerous precedent for sacred sites.