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H.R. 8773119th CongressIn committeeLatest action May 12, 2026Decoded by AI · checked against the record
Official title: Containing Effects of Mineral Extraction Act of 2026
Introduced:
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Large new mining projects near cities must submit traffic, water, and rail studies before federal permits are approved.
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This bill requires large mineral material mining operations on federal land—those producing over 1 million tons yearly and located within 25 miles of a city or near sensitive ecological areas—to submit studies before getting federal approval. Required studies include traffic and safety assessments, dust and noise control plans, water conservation plans, and analyses of rail transport alternatives. Companies must also prove they have water rights and environmental permits, and coordinate with local and state governments.
This affects large mining companies planning new projects near cities, plus state, local, and tribal governments and nearby residents affected by traffic, noise, dust, and water use.
The added requirements could delay or complicate permitting for new large-scale mining projects near populated or ecologically sensitive areas. Companies that fail to follow through on commitments risk having their permits suspended or canceled.
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Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
Latest action: — Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.