Nevada Congressman speaks out against “dirt tax”
March 02, 2012
In an op-ed in The Hill, Nevada Congressman Mark Amodei spoke out...
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Mining contributes to Kentucky job growth
March 02, 2012
Mining contributed more than 500 jobs in Kentucky last year, play...
Nevada business owners recognize impact of mining industry
March 01, 2012
With more than 12,000 Nevadans’ jobs tied directly to the minin...
Wisconsin governor supports mining bill
March 01, 2012
In a visit to a local material-handling equipment manufacturer on...
“Mine the Vote” campaign kicks off
March 01, 2012
The National Mining Association (NMA) last week launched a new ...
New Mexico state senator awarded for contributions to state’s mining industry
February 29, 2012
New Mexico State Sen. David Ulibarri (D-Grants) was recently awar...
Copper-mining remains strong in Arizona
February 29, 2012
In 2011, Arizona produced more than $2 billion worth of nonfuel m...
Minerals mining in Alaska could benefit from rail extension
February 28, 2012
Discussing the importance of building the Port MacKenzie Rail Ext...
Senior advisor calls nation’s approach to minerals “deeply flawed”
February 24, 2012
In a recent presentation to the Society for Mining, Metallurgy ...
Administration’s budget overlooks need for minerals in energy technology
February 24, 2012
In last week’s FY2013 budget proposal, President Obama called f...