Minerals Make Life
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Engaging communities and ensuring we have the minerals we need for economic prosperity and national security.
Washington, D.C.
Joined August 2009
Mining careers are hands-on, high-tech and well-paying. From engineering to drilling, drones to environmental science, there’s a role for every skill set. Modern #mining means safety, training, technology and opportunity.
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NMA-TV Mining Minute 8-29-2025.Alaska has entered into the first of its kind memorandum of understanding with the US Permitting Improvement Steering Council, which is designed to move priority mining and oil-and-gas proposals faster through the permitting process. Watch for more.
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“…mining offers a lot of the younger generation good opportunities for good jobs. There's a ton of opportunity involved. I'd absolutely recommend [mining] to a younger generation. I love my job.” Learn why Jacob from Perpetua Resources thinks mining is an ideal career:
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“…mining offers a lot of the younger generation good opportunities for good jobs. There's a ton of opportunity involved. I'd absolutely recommend [mining] to a younger generation. I love my job.” Learn why Jacob from Perpetua Resources thinks mining is an ideal career:
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American mining careers provide more than just a job – they help real families build their futures. Hear directly from Duane on the opportunities that working in this field has given them:
“I came from cosmetics & fragrance. Now I’m in coal, handling compliance. A huge leap—but the best one I’ve made,” -Duane, Core Natural Resources. Mining offers opportunities for everyone from any walk of life. Watch Duane’s inspiring story.
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“You can have a really unique and interesting job within the mining space. I do love my job.” Natasha from Core Natural Resources describes her work on everything from defense and aerospace to batteries and building products. Watch Natasha’s story:
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Want your daily dose of mining news while on the go? Tune in to NMA’s Mining Minute podcast for a morning download of the latest mining-related matters from Washington and beyond. Subscribe on your favorite podcast app or listen here:
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Your morning newscast covering the top mining-related stories of the day, brought to you by the National Mining Association. NMA is the only national trade organization that serves as the voice of...
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Think mining is just hard hats & pickaxes? Think again. Explore career paths in AI, environmental science, automation, safety, logistics & more. Hear a variety of mining professionals explain their roles & what they love about the industry:
Mining careers are hands-on, high-tech and well-paying. From engineering to drilling, drones to environmental science, there’s a role for every skill set. Modern #mining means safety, training, technology and opportunity.
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NMA-TV Mining Minute 8/28/2025.The Wall Street Journal today has an editorial on the Resolution Copper project, highlighting it as a prime example of why it takes too long to build anything in the United States and calling for permitting reform. Watch for more.
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RT @Perpetua_Idaho: 89%. That's China & Russia's combined sphere of control over global #antimony refining. We need secure end-to-end #crit….
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China controls over 70% of the world’s antimony refining.
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Minerals power tech, defense & energy. The South Railroad Mine would help secure our supply while delivering jobs & revenue to Elko County. Submit your comment in support before Sept. 18:
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The United States holds 1.8 million metric tons of lithium reserves and boasts the largest identified lithium reserve in North America. Learn how shoring up our lithium supply strengthens our energy independence, supports local jobs and powers the technologies of tomorrow:
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“People that are wanting to explore a career change or an opportunity in mining, take that first step.” Travis with Perpetua Resources sees the great opportunities a career in mining has to offer and urges others explore the many benefits of a job in mining.
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The South Railroad Mine means well-paying jobs, $200M in local investment & a stronger domestic minerals supply chain. Support responsible mining in NV by telling @BLMNational you’re in favor:
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NMA-TV Mining Minute 8-27-2025.It seems the term of the year of rare earths, given that hardly a week goes by without major headlines on their importance to the global economy. So let’s take a closer look at rare earths news today. Watch for more.
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The proposed South Railroad gold & silver mine in Elko Co., NV would invest $200M, create 600 construction jobs & 300 long-term positions & strengthen America’s minerals supply. Public comment is open. Share your support here:
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The proposed South Railroad gold & silver mine in Elko Co., NV would invest $200M, create 600 construction jobs & 300 long-term positions & strengthen America’s minerals supply. Public comment is open. Share your support here:
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“I came from cosmetics & fragrance. Now I’m in coal, handling compliance. A huge leap—but the best one I’ve made,” -Duane, Core Natural Resources. Mining offers opportunities for everyone from any walk of life. Watch Duane’s inspiring story.
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The AI boom is driving massive demand for minerals like lithium, cobalt, copper and more—resources essential to powering advanced technologies. To secure America’s tech future, we must invest in domestic mineral production and workforce development:
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Onshoring domestic mineral production will play an important role in how we position ourselves to lead the Artificial Intelligence boom.
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RT @Stillwater_CM: Another productive day at our #StillwaterWest project in Montana. VP of Exploration Danie Grobler is impressed with earl….
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RT @FMSilverCorp: First Majestic Announces Positive Exploration Results at San Dimas. High-grade silver and gold intersection of the new Co….
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