36 CFR § 331.17Chapter III
§ 331.17 Minerals.
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All activities in connection with prospecting, exploration, development, mining or other removal or the processing of mineral resources and all uses reasonably incident thereto are prohibited.
eCFR data current as of: June 10, 2026
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