The 1872 Mining Law: Time for Reform

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The 1872 Mining Law: Time for Reform

The Natural Resources Committee held a hearing on reforming the 1872 Mining Law on January 24. Read a statement from Jane Danowitz, director of the Pew Campaign for Responsible Mining.

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