What does Preamble of CLAIM Act of 2025 do?

This bill proposes to amend the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993. The amendment concerns provisions related to the hardrock mining claim maintenance fee established under the 1993 Act. The bill's stated purpose is to update these provisions, and for other purposes.

What does SHORT TITLE. of CLAIM Act of 2025 do?

This bill is formally titled the Conserving Lands and Areas Incompatible with Mining Act of 2025.

What does HARDROCK MINING CLAIM MAINTENANCE FEE. of CLAIM Act of 2025 do?

This section amends subtitle B of title X of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993, concerning hardrock mining claim maintenance fees. It modifies fee structures based on the proximity of a claim or site to a 'covered area,' establishing fees ranging from $300 to $1,100. The section allows a claim maintenance fee to substitute for assessment work requirements under the Mining Law of 1872. It exempts 'small miners' from these fees and assessment work requirements. The Secretary is required to adjust fees every five years to reflect changes in the Consumer Price Index. The Secretary may establish user fees to reimburse expenses related to administering these requirements. Excess claim maintenance fee amounts will be allocated to various programs, including the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act program, the Tribal Historic Preservation Program, and the Land and Water Conservation Fund. The section defines key terms such as 'casual use,' 'covered area,' 'hardrock mineral,' 'small miner,' and others.

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CLAIM Act of 2025

Last updated: 12/11/2025 · Introduced: 12/11/2025

Author: Melanie Stansbury (D-NM)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill amends the hardrock mining claim maintenance fee structure, establishing fees based on proximity to designated 'covered areas' ranging from $300 to $1,100.
The bill allows claim maintenance fees to substitute for required assessment work and exempts 'small miners' from both fees and assessment work.
Excess claim maintenance fee revenue will be allocated to programs including infrastructure, tribal historic preservation, and land and water conservation.

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