Advocacy
Since the enactment of NEPA in the 1970s, many laws have been passed that support as well as restrict mineral exploration and development. Idaho Copper works closely with local, state and federal government officials to positively shape laws and regulations that support sustainable mining.
Most crucial to advocating policy changes is public input and engagement. It is our intent to provide timely and accurate information regarding policy developments with actionable items for stakeholders to effectively engage in the process.
Engagement tips
LOBBYING: EASY AS 1, 2, 3
- Use these helpful links to identify the decision makers that will be most responsive to your concern.
Federally Elected Officials
U.S. House of Representatives https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative
U.S. Senate https://www.senate.gov/general/contact_information/senators_cfm.cfm
State Elected Officials
Governor https://www.usa.gov/state-governor
State Legislators https://openstates.org/find_your_legislator/
- Develop a message that is clear and concise. Congressional members and their staff keep very busy schedules. To be most effective, convey messages as a short script or in written bullet points.
- Staff members often keep a tally of issue that are raised by constituents in emails, calls and meetings. This information goes into a report that is viewed by the elected official and senior staff. It takes is a few seconds of your time to advocate on behalf of mining and get the matter on your elected officials radar. Consider contacting relevant decision makers in one or more of the following ways: