The Critical Minerals Policy Act, submitted by Senators Lisa Murkowski (R- AK), Ron Wyden (D- Ore), Mark Udall (D- Col.), Dean Heller (R- Nev.) and 13 others, if fully enacted, will prevent supply shortages of critical materials and reduce US dependence on foreign sources through the revitalization of a domestic supply chain.
Udall emphasizes the importance of domestic mineral supply for national security.
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We are grateful to Senators Udall and Barrasso as well as the bipartisan co-sponsors of S. 2440.
The 1872 mining law continues to allow mining corporations to take hard rock minerals from public lands without paying any royalties.
Senators Jerry Moran and Mark Udall recently sent a letter to the Office of Management and Budget outlining areas where improvements can be made.
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