The Mining Regulatory Clarity Act: Restoring Clarity, Cutting Red Tape

By Vice Chair Mark Amodei (NV-02)

Western mining operations aren’t just economic engines, they’re the foundation of the America First agenda. Without tapping our own resources, that agenda can’t even get off the ground.

A 2025 report from the Department of Interior stated, “On America’s Balance Sheet, the loss of even one critical mineral can ripple through entire industries, from semiconductors to defense systems, undermining production capacity, technology leadership, and American jobs.”

The Mining Regulatory Clarity Act of 2025 merely restores what has been the decades-long practice so that federal land managers are not left with confusion. The emphasis on cutting through red tape and streamlining permitting cannot be overstated. China is eating our lunch in mining and processing capabilities, and we cannot afford to fall further behind.

Acting now will empower domestic mining companies to compete globally, fuel high-paying American job creation, support responsible energy independence, and strengthen national security by reducing our foolish reliance on foreign minerals.