Stauber Leads Energy and Mineral Resources Subcommittee Hearing on Permitting Reform
Yesterday, the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources, led by Chairman Pete Stauber (MN-08), held a legislative hearing on H.R. 209, the Permitting for Mining Needs (PERMIT-MN) Act, introduced by Rep. Stauber, and the Transparency and Production of American Energy (TAP American Energy) Act introduced by Chairman Bruce Westerman (AR-04).
“Minnesota and our entire nation want dependable and increased domestic mineral supply chains, predictable timelines for projects like electric transmission lines, and reliable, affordable energy,” said Rep. Stauber. “And yesterday in the Energy and Mineral Resources Subcommittee, where I serve as Chair, we took another step towards achieving that goal. We heard about the urgent need to update the antiquated permitting process from experts who know best while discussing the urgent need to secure domestic supply chains to end our reliance on China. I’m eager to continue moving my bill, the PERMIT-MN Act, and Full Committee Chairman Westerman’s TAP American Energy Act towards becoming law.”
Groups supporting the PERMIT-MN Act include:
- National Association of Building Trades Unions
- American Exploration and Mining Association
- National Mining Association
- Better in Our Backyard
- Uranium Producers of America
- Citizens for Responsible Energy Solutions
- Range Association of Municipalities and Schools (RAMS)
- Women’s Mining Coalition
- National Stone Sand and Gravel Association
- Essential Minerals Association
- MICHAuto
Highlights of Rep. Stauber at the hearing can be found here.
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