AZ HCR2014

Recognizes hardrock mining as central to Arizona's economic development since before statehood and as one of the "Five C's" that established the state's economy.

Notes that copper and minerals from hardrock mining are critical for low-carbon energy technologies, including wind turbines (requiring 4.7 tons of copper per 3MW turbine), PV cells, electric vehicles, and battery storage.

States Arizona was second nationally in nonfuel mineral production value in 2018, has been the nation's top copper producer for over a century, and accounts for 68% of U.S. copper production.

Identifies the hardrock mining industry as Arizona's second largest industry by economic impact, directly and indirectly employing 38,900 people with above-median wages and generating $370 million in state and local tax revenues with a total economic impact of $11.4 billion in 2018.

Expresses Legislature support for Arizona government and the hardrock mining industry involvement in future regulatory changes to ensure operations remain safe and productive.