Legislation & Regulation
We’re Still Thinking About It
April 2018 by Greg Walcher
We have learned over the years, of course, that “previous development,” “roadless,” and “local support,” are in the mind of the beholder.
AMRA Takes On USFS in Idaho

Legislative and Regulatory Update
• Congress heading into summer recess
• Maintenance fees due!
Legislative and Regulatory Update
- EPA ends "sue and settle"
- Sage grouse mineral withdrawal cancelled
Protecting Our Access to Public Lands

Judge Tosses Lawsuit Against Tucson-Area Mine
A federal judge has tossed a lawsuit filed by opponents of a Tucson-area mine that had accused the US Forest Service of violating two federal laws in its handling of the mine issue.
Legislative and Regulatory Update
• Bills introduced to stop federal management of greater sage grouse
• WOTUS under review
• Congressional Review Act
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The Bawl Mill
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• Mining Stock Quotes and Mineral & Metal Prices