S722 focuses on how minerals are spaced on public lands. Impacts how land is used for mining and drilling. The bill is now with the Senate's Energy and Natural Resources Committee.
Modern Action shows what the legislation would change, helps you choose whether to support, oppose, or ask for changes, and drafts a message tied to the bill, your stance, and the elected officials who can act on it.
Bureau of Land Management Mineral Spacing Act is a Senate bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Latest action on S. 722: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Who this affects: S722 will affect several groups, including mining companies, local communities, and environmental organizations. Each group has different interests and concerns regarding mineral spacing.
Why this matters: The regulation of mineral spacing on public lands is important for several reasons. It can help protect the environment by reducing the impact of mining and drilling. Proper spacing can also ensure that land is used efficiently, which is crucial for sustainable development. Additionally, this bill could affect the economy by influencing how resources are extracted and managed.
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Officially: Bureau of Land Management Mineral Spacing Act
S722 focuses on how minerals are spaced on public lands. Impacts how land is used for mining and drilling. The bill is now with the Senate's Energy and Natural Resources Committee.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend S722. Modern Action shows what the bill would change, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in Energy and Natural Resources
No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.
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The debate
Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
Senate Committee
Under Senate committee consideration
Latest: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (2/25/2025)
Senate Floor Vote
Voted on by Senate
Passed Senate
Approved by Senate
House Review
Sent to House for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to Bureau of Land Management Mineral Spacing Act, then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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