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Congress Moves to Lift Mining Ban Near Wilderness

1/22/2026

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Congressional Republicans advanced a resolution to lift 20-year mining ban near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
Twin Metals Minnesota proposed mining in the Superior National Forest.
U.S. Representative Pete Stauber argues the ban jeopardizes jobs and national mineral security.
The House approved the resolution by 214-208 vote with bipartisan support.
The Senate's response remains uncertain.

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Story summary

Congressional Republicans advanced a resolution to lift 20-year mining ban near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
Twin Metals Minnesota proposed mining in the Superior National Forest.
U.S. Representative Pete Stauber argues the ban jeopardizes jobs and national mineral security.
The House approved the resolution by 214-208 vote with bipartisan support.
The Senate's response remains uncertain.