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MI HR0099
Resolution
Status
5/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jerry Neyer
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AI Summary
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Expresses support for President Trump's March 20, 2025 executive order "Immediate Measures to Increase American Mineral Production" to expedite permitting for priority mining projects
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Highlights that the United States imports 93% of its potash from foreign countries, with 83% coming from Canada alone
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Supports the Michigan Potash & Salt Company's mine in Osceola County, which was designated a priority mineral production project and aims to tap a 12,500-acre potash deposit
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Notes that Michigan has large potash reserves potentially worth billions of dollars that could make the state a leading domestic supplier of potash fertilizer
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Directs copies of the resolution be sent to the President, congressional leadership, and Michigan's congressional delegation
Legislative Description
A resolution to support President Trump’s policies that are enabling potash mining in Michigan.
Last Action
Adopted
5/14/2025