HCR 2022 Summary

• Opposes three federal bills (H.R. 1373 and H.R. 2181) that permanently ban oil, natural gas, geothermal, coal, uranium, and mineral production on over 1.32 million acres in Arizona and New Mexico.

• Argues the land restrictions harm Arizona's economy by eliminating revenue for education, roads, hospitals, and infrastructure while hindering job creation and local economies.

• Opposes removal of uranium from the critical minerals list, citing concerns that it could drive uranium production out of the United States and increase reliance on imports.

• States the restrictions undermine national security, energy security, and property rights while contradicting Arizona's tradition of responsible natural resource stewardship.

• Directs the Arizona Secretary of State to transmit the resolution to the President and all Arizona members of Congress expressing legislative opposition to the federal legislation.