United States (US) Mining Industry Fiscal Regime Analysis – Governing Bodies, Regulations, Licensing Fees, Taxes, Royalties, 2023 Update
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US Mining Industry Report Overview
The US has abundant and diverse natural resources, including extensive deposits of copper, gold coal, iron ore, and uranium. According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), mines in the US generated $98.1 billion (B) in minerals in 2022. This was primarily due to an increase in non-fuel mineral commodity consumption, as well as supply constraints and increased commodity prices.
The United States (US) mining industry report provides comprehensive coverage of the US’s mining fiscal regime. The report focuses on the mining fiscals’ key aspects such as governing bodies, laws and regulations, governance frameworks, and sustainability practices. The report also includes mining-related taxes and royalties.
Governing Bodies | Bureau of Land Management
US Department of the Interior Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement US Geological Survey (USGS) Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) |
Key Laws | The Mining Law, 1872
The Federal Land Policy and Management Act, 1976 Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act, 1977 Mineral Leasing Act, 1920 National Environmental Policy Act, 1969 |
Taxes and Royalties | Severance Tax
Corporate Income Tax (CIT) Mining Taxes |
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US Mining Industry - Governing Bodies
The US mining industry is governed and regulated by several authorities, which focus on aspects such as administration, environment, health, and safety. Some of the chief agencies include the Bureau of Land Management, US Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, US Geological Survey (USGS), and Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) among others.
The Bureau of Land Management is the country’s primary natural resources governing body. States in the US have separate acts and regulations set up for the development of the mining industry. Various taxes are imposed both at federal and state levels, including corporate tax, mining reclamation fee, and occupation tax.
US Department of the Interior: The fun department is responsible for the conservation and management of the natural resources in the country. It also promotes energy security and critical minerals development.
Governing Bodies in US Mining Industry
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US Mining Industry – Mining Laws
The main laws governing the mining industry of the US are The Mining Law, 1872, The Federal Land Policy and Management Act, 1976, Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act, 1977, Mineral Leasing Act, 1920, and National Environmental Policy Act, 1969 among others.
National Environmental Policy Act, 1969: The National Environmental Policy Act (with the latest amendments in 1982) establishes a national policy to encourage productive and enjoyable harmony between the people and the environment. It emphasizes preventing damage to the biosphere and environment and enriching the understanding of the ecological systems and natural resources among the people of the country. Its basic policy is to ensure that the government gives proper consideration to the environment prior to undertaking any federal action that significantly affects the environment.
Mining Laws in the US Mining Industry
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US Mining Industry – Taxes and Royalties
The main taxes applicable in the US mining industry are the Severance Tax, Corporate Income Tax (CIT), and Mining Taxes among others. For instance, in Minnesota, a mining tax is applied to the average of tonnes of merchantable iron ore concentrates produced in the current year and the two previous years.
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Recent Development
- In August 2022, the US government approved the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) as a plan to achieve lower consumer costs and revitalize the global economy with clean energy.
- In October 2021, the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) rejected the proposal through a politicized budget procedure, claiming that the proposed rates were too high and would hurt the domestic production of building blocks for solar panels, electric vehicles, and other green technologies.
Scope
The report focuses on the mining fiscals’ key aspects such as governing bodies, laws and regulations, governance frameworks, and sustainability practices. The report also includes mining-related taxes and royalties.
Reasons to Buy
- To help businesses navigate the complexities and comply with the necessary requirements.
- Obtain up-to-date information on mining sector taxes and payments.
- Enhance your decision-making capability in a more rapid and time-sensitive manner.
- Conduct analysis to mitigate the impact of regulatory changes.
- Understand the regulatory framework.
- Gain an overview of the mining industry structure by identifying the country’s mining governing bodies, major laws, and licenses.
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Frequently asked questions
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What are the key governing bodies in the US mining industry?
The key governing bodies in the US mining industry are the Bureau of Land Management, US Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, US Geological Survey (USGS), and Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) among others.
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What are the main laws governing the mining industry in the US?
The main laws governing the mining industry of the US are The Mining Law, 1872, The Federal Land Policy and Management Act, 1976, Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act, 1977, Mineral Leasing Act, 1920, and National Environmental Policy Act, 1969 among others.
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Which are the key taxes applicable in the US mining market?
The main taxes applicable in the US mining industry are the Severance Tax, Corporate Income Tax (CIT), and Mining Taxes among others.
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