Today, House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.), Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Chairman Paul Gosar (R-Ariz.) and fifteen Committee members launched an investigation into nineteen radical environmental groups’ unscrupulous tactics to profit from taxpayer dollars. The members wrote in part: “The House Committee on Natural Resources is conducting oversight... Read More »
Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1501, the Protecting Domestic Mining Act of 2025, introduced by U.S. Representative Jefferson Shreve (R-Ind.). This legislation will boost domestic mining and mineral processing capacity by expediting environmental review of mining infrastructure projects under the FAST-41 process. “It’s critical for the United States to achieve mineral dominanc... Read More »
Today, the Subcommittee on Federal Lands held a legislative hearing on bills to strengthen local management of public lands, expand recreational access, and recognize important pieces of America’s historic legacy. Subcommittee Chairman Tom Tiffany (R-Wis.) issued the following statement in response: “It is the responsibility of this Subcommittee to consider reasonable proposals that right-size fed... Read More »
Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 9436, the Northeast Lobsterman Protection Act of 2026, introduced by U.S. Representative Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.). This legislation extends a current regulatory pause to provide much-needed certainty for the families and communities that rely on Maine’s lobster fishery. “Maine’s iconic lobster fishery contributes billions of dollars to the U.S. econ... Read More »
Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed S. 858, the Hershel ‘Woody' Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act, sponsored by U.S. Senator Jim Justice (R-W.V.). The House companion, H.R. 186, was introduced by U.S. Representative Blake Moore (R-Utah). The bipartisan, bicameral legislation ensures the National Medal of Honor Monument will be located in a place of prominence on th... Read More »
Today, House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) joined Congressional Western Caucus Chair Celeste Maloy (R-Utah), U.S. Sen. John Curtis (R-Utah), U.S. Rep. Mike Kennedy (R-Utah), U.S. Rep. Burgess Owens (R-Utah) and the Department of Agriculture Under Secretary of Agriculture for Natural Resources and Environment, Michael Boren, in Beaver, Utah, to survey fire damage ... Read More »
Today, the House Committee on Natural Resources favorably reported legislation that will improve the management of and visitor experiences at public lands, and support law enforcement officers and Alaska Native traditions. Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) issued the following statement in response: “For the second straight week, the House Committee on Natural Resources has advanced legislation to... Read More »
Today, the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries held a legislative hearing on bills to support endangered salmon species recovery and combat invasive parasites and aquatic species. Subcommittee Chair Harriet Hageman (R-Wyo.) issued the following statement in response: “Proactive species management is the gold standard of environmental stewardship. House Republicans will continue to work w... Read More »
Today, the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources held a legislative hearing on bills securing American mineral dominance by modernizing geologic mapping capabilities, leveraging emerging quantum technology and expanding access to streamlined permitting for projects across the country. Subcommittee Chairman Pete Stauber (R-Minn.) issued the following statement in response: “America is blesse... Read More »
Today, the House Committee on Natural Resources favorably reported legislation to support Indian Country and rural communities across the country, boost Maine’s legendary lobster fishing industry and enhance natural resources conservation. Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) issued the following statement in response: “Today, the House Committee on Natural Resources advanced a slate of bills support... Read More »
Yesterday, President Donald Trump signed two proclamations reducing the size of the Bears Ears National Monument and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument in Utah. Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) issued the following statement in response: “Right-sizing Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante restores the original intent of the Antiquities Act and corrects gross presidential overreach fro... Read More »
Today, the Subcommittees on Indian and Insular Affairs and Oversight and Investigations held a joint hearing on efforts to combat the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) crisis. Subcommittee Chairmen Jeff Hurd (R-Colo.) and Paul Gosar (R-Ariz.) issued the following statements in response: “Every tribal community deserves to know that when someone goes missing or becomes the victim of vi... Read More »
Today, the Subcommittee on Federal Lands held a legislative hearing on seven bills to streamline permitting for recreation projects, create a new national park in Georgia and promote recreation opportunities through commonsense land transfers. Subcommittee Chairman Tom Tiffany (R-Wis.) issued the following statement in response: “America’s natural resources and public lands have played a vital rol... Read More »
Today, the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources held an oversight hearing to examine the importance of the Earth Mapping Resources Initiative (Earth MRI) and its role in supporting critical minerals that drive the economy and strengthen national security. Subcommittee Chairman Pete Stauber (R‑Minn.) issued the following statement in response: “America, including my great state of Minnesota... Read More »
Today, the House Committee on Natural Resources favorably reported H.R. 9250. “This year, Americans are celebrating our nation’s 250th birthday. In the spirit of 1776, Congress is coming together to enhance access, improve visitor experiences and create new outdoor recreation opportunities at ‘America’s Best Idea’ – our national parks and public lands – and invest in Bureau of Indian Education fac... Read More »
