PLP and MMAC Update

February 2018 by Scott Harn

The current administration is receptive; we believe the time is ripe to push for a return to reasonable regulations and to restore mining to a priority for public lands as long as some new crisis doesn’t take precedent.

Legislative and Regulatory Update

July 2015
• WOTUS
• Sheriff withdraws Forest Service law enforcement authority

The Dredge Report

November 2014
As a plaintiff in one of the lawsuits, I’m not allowed to talk about specifics in the court-ordered negotiations currently underway in San Bernardino. However, I do want to let you know we are making progress…

Legislative and Regulatory Update

October 2019

• WOTUS rule finalized
• Reminder on new claim fees

Legislative and Regulatory Update

January 2015
• Some positives in spending bill
• Judge puts brakes on the EPA in Alaska
• Judge to rule in favor of suction gold dredgers

Legislation and Regulation

January 2024

Push To Designate Another National Monument In Southern California Desert 

Direct and Constructive Notice

June 2015
It's a proven civil remedy to put an end to harassment by notifying a person who is either overstepping their authority, or failing to act as required, that they will be sued personally for an act or omission.

Legislation and Regulation

June 2023

Mexican Government Begins Mining Industry Overhaul

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