Historic Hearings
Senate committee hearings next week represent a significant opportunity to publicly debate the threats sulfide mining pose to Minnesota. Environmental advocates are expected to testify about the issue and all citizens are encouraged to attend!
The hearings will cover the history of sulfide mining exploration and regulation in Minnesota, the PolyMet proposal, concerns about the PolyMet Draft EIS, and legislation that would strengthen laws requiring a “damage deposit” from mining companies.
Please attend at least one hearing to show your support for clean water. If you come, wear a blue shirt and look for folks handing out stickers so we can have a visible group of clean water supporters.
Details:
Monday, March 8
12:30 p.m. – Room 107, Minnesota State Capitol
•History of mining regulation and environmental review
•PolyMet presentation on NorthMet Project
6 p.m. – Room 15, Minnesota State Capitol
•PolyMet Draft EIS comments
Wednesday, March 10
6 p.m. – Room 107, Minnesota State Capitol
•Financial assurance (“damage deposit”) legislation
