Congress·In Committee·H.R. 931

Coal Mining: Expansion of Bull Mountains Mine in Montana

To allow certain Federal minerals to be mined consistent with the Bull Mountains Mining Plan Modification, and for other purposes.

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This bill would allow a coal mine in Musselshell County, Montana, to expand its operations onto 800 acres of federal land. It specifically targets the Bull Mountains Mine No. 1.
The Department of the Interior would be required to approve the mining plan within 30 days of the bill passing. The bill states the government must do this without making any changes or causing delays.
This action would give the mining company access to federal coal reserves that were previously part of a 2020 plan. It aims to ensure the mine can continue operating and producing energy.
By passing this law, Congress is taking direct control over the approval process for this specific site. This helps the project move forward even if there are administrative or legal disagreements.

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May 20, 2025House

Subcommittee Hearings Held

May 13, 2025House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.

Feb 4, 2025House

Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Feb 4, 2025

Introduced in House

1 bill

A bill to allow certain Federal minerals to be mined consistent with the Bull Mountains Mining Plan Modification, and for other purposes.

Feb 11 — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 332.

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To allow certain Federal minerals to be mined consistent with the Bull Mountains Mining Plan Modification, and for other purposes.

Bill NumberHR 931

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

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