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On the recordApril 30, 2024
Mr. Speaker, just so my colleagues understand, in the United States, we have the strongest environmental labor standards. Any mine that mines in Minnesota or other States must follow those standards. Additionally, I will say, for Twin Metals in particular, the mine's unique underground construction, as well as the mine's planned use of ``dry stack tailings'' means there is no potential for acid rock drainage, and dry stack tailings was recommended for this mine plan of operation. Mr. Speaker, I yield 5 minutes to the gentleman from Wisconsin (Mr. Tiffany).
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Pete Stauber
Republican · Minnesota

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