Sloan Hills Withdrawl Act

Ms. TITUS. Mr. Speaker, today the Senate will hold a subcommittee hearing on the Sloan Hills Withdrawal Act introduced by Majority Leader Reid. I am a cosponsor and strong supporter of the House companion to this legislation.

This bill would withdraw a 640-acre site near the Sun City Anthem community in Henderson from being made available for mining purposes. The proposed mining operation would cause air quality deterioration, a serious concern, especially for seniors and children, who are vulnerable to respiratory diseases. The proposal is also water-intensive and will increase traffic in the area.

Residents of nearby communities, which are in District Three, would be most directly impacted by this project. That is why I attended a public meeting in April of last year with more than 400 concerned residents of the area. I heard loud and clear that the proposed mine was unacceptable.

The Sloan Hills Withdrawal Act would ensure that an aggregate mine is not developed on this site and will protect the health and well-being of my constituents in Henderson. So I urge its passage.

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