This bill seeks to amend Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 93.001, to declare Minnesota a "mining-friendly state." It reinforces the state's commitment to supporting mineral development, including exploration, evaluation, environmental research, production, and commercialization. The bill aims to diversify Minnesota's mineral economy through long-term support of the mining industry. It has been introduced in the Minnesota House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy for further consideration.