S. 3708 Introduced Energy

MERICA Act of 2026

A bill to amend the Mineral Leasing Act for Acquired Lands to make that Act applicable to hardrock minerals, and for other purposes.

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Passed Senate
  4. Passed House
  5. To President
  6. Became law
Sponsor Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR] Introduced January 28, 2026 Cosponsors 1 (1 R) Latest action January 28, 2026

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  1. Jan 28, 2026 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
  2. Jan 28, 2026 Introduced in Senate

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