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Bush Taps Utah Resident for Labor Post
May 2001 by Associated Press
President Bush has said he will nominate a Utah mining consultant to become Assistant Secretary of Labor for Mine Safety and Health (MSHA).The Joy of Prospecting

N.Y. Congressman Introduces Utah Wilderness Bill
For the fifth time in the last decade, New York Congressman Maurice Hinchey has introduced legislation to set aside wilderness in Utah.
Gold Prospecting for Better or Worse: In A Tight Spot
My right rib cage took the brunt of the blow from the fall, which left me feeling partially paralyzed and in immense pain.
PLP Update
Public Lands for the People has established an online petition. We would like to gather thousands of signatures from across the country to show members of Congress that their constituents are supporting this legislation.
Mining Sisters Make History
Judy Etherton wasn’t out to make headlines or break any barriers when she entered the mining industry more than 30 years ago.
Legislative and Regulatory Update
- Some mining claim fees increase
- Oregon miners file appeal
- US Fish & Wildlife law enforcement policing powers restrained
Melman on Gold & Silver
It is hard to imagine any month during the thirty years I have been writing this column which had more bombshell headlines than the past thirty days.
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