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BillHR 7882 · 119

To provide for the leasing of certain deposits of minerals located within the City of Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Introduced
Mar 9, 2026
Cosponsors
2
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 10, 2026

Bill Summary

Allows the leasing of certain mineral deposits in Carlsbad, New Mexico, for extraction and use. Enables companies to access and mine these resources.

Sponsored By

Pete Stauber
Republican · Minnesota · House

Bill Journey

  1. Mar 9, 2026
  3. Jun 10, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects mining companies and the local community in Carlsbad, New Mexico, by potentially creating new mining opportunities and related jobs. It may also impact the city's economy and environment through increased mineral extraction activities.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
3backers
  • Republican3
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (2)

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
CommitteeHouse Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedMar 9, 2026
Last UpdatedJun 10, 2026
Latest ActionOrdered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.
Subjects
  • Climate

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.