H.R.1366 — Mining Regulatory Clarity Act
House Roll Call
H.R.1366
| Bill | H.R.1366 — Mining Regulatory Clarity Act |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Motion to Recommit |
| Vote type | Yea-and-Nay |
| Result | Failed |
| Totals | Yea 205 / Nay 213 / Present 0 / Not Voting 15 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 0 | 212 | 0 | 8 |
| D | 205 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Motion to Recommit
Bill Analysis
Bill Summary: HR 1366 - Mining Regulatory Clarity Act
Overview:
The Mining Regulatory Clarity Act (HR 1366) aims to streamline and clarify the regulatory framework governing mining activities in the United States. The bill seeks to enhance the efficiency of the permitting process for mining operations, thereby promoting economic growth while ensuring environmental protections.
Key Provisions:
HR 1366 proposes to amend existing mining laws to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and provide clearer guidelines for mining companies. It emphasizes the need for timely decision-making by federal agencies involved in the permitting process. The bill also aims to establish a more predictable regulatory environment, which is intended to encourage investment in mining projects.
Funding and Authorities:
While the bill does not allocate specific funding, it empowers the Department of the Interior and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to implement the proposed regulatory changes. By clarifying the roles and responsibilities of these agencies, the bill aims to facilitate more efficient processing of mining permits.
Programs and Agencies Affected:
The primary agencies impacted by HR 1366 include the Department of the Interior, which oversees mining on federal lands, and the EPA, which regulates environmental standards related to mining activities. The bill may also affect state regulatory bodies that coordinate with federal agencies.
Beneficiaries and Regulation:
The primary beneficiaries of HR 1366 are mining companies and related industries, which stand to gain from reduced regulatory delays and increased clarity in the permitting process. Additionally, the bill aims to balance economic interests with environmental protections, thereby indirectly benefiting communities affected by mining operations.
Key Timelines:
The latest action on HR 1366 occurred when the Rules Committee reported H. Res. 951, which provides for the consideration of the bill alongside several others. The resolution indicates that HR 1366 will be considered under a closed rule, allowing for limited debate and amendments. The timeline for further legislative action will depend on the House’s schedule for consideration of these bills.
Yea (205)
J
Jason Crow
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Garamendi
J
John Mannion
R
Rashida Tlaib
N
Nydia Velázquez
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
Nay (213)
K
Ken Calvert
S
Scott Franklin
L
Lisa McClain
J
John Rutherford
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
