Behind the scenes of the Bears Ears draft management plan
The Landscape
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Scrutinize Foreign Ownership for Environmental Integrity
Recent actions by Democrats in the House aim to address concerns regarding foreign-owned companies mining on U.S. public lands. Evidence suggests that some companies applying for federal mineral leases may be subsidiaries of foreign entities, including those from adversarial countries linked to significant human rights and environmental violations. This inquiry by the Government Accountability Office highlights the need to ensure that mining practices adhere to ethical standards and protect both the environment and human rights.
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