Congress eyes a piece of the rock
Article Abstract:
A Congressional bill to charge 8% royalties on minerals and further regulate mining on government land would probably cause mining companies to relocate abroad, thus draining a domestic economic investment. Another bill calling for only a 2% royalty is more reasonable.
Publication Name: Nation's Business
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0028-047X
Year: 1993
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Putting the brakes on federal rules
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Federal regulation compliance costs almost $600 billion each year, and Congress has placed a high priority on regulatory reform to reduce these costs. Proposals include limiting unfunded mandates and improving the Regulatory Flexibility Act and Paperwork Reduction Act.
Publication Name: Nation's Business
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0028-047X
Year: 1995
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Hurdles For Business In The New Congress
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The impeachment trial and 2000 presidential campaign plans will impact congressional business legislation in 1999. The slim Republican majority could lead to partisan gridlock. Issues important to business include the budget, taxes, health-care reform and regulation.
Publication Name: Nation's Business
Subject: Business, general
ISSN: 0028-047X
Year: 1999
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