LAND USE

• Regulation of Valley Fills
  Valley fills are carefully engineered earth and rock structures designed and constructed to safely and permanently hold excess rock and other native material generated from excavation activities such as mining, road building and large construction projects in rugged, steep terrain. Learn More

• The Millsite Issue
  Questions and answers on millsite issues are featured in this section. Questions include:
  - What are Millsites?
  - What are Millsite lands used for?
  - Why are Millsite lands important?
  - What did the 1997 Solicitor's Opinion do?
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• Mining Law
  A reliable supply of minerals is essential to the nation's economic growth and to our quality of life. Years of public debate regarding reform of the General Mining Law has had a "chilling effect" on investments in U.S. mineral resources. NMA supports Mining Law Reform that provides a fair economic return to the federal government for mining on federal lands while fostering a healthier economic climate for U.S. mining. Learn More