Senate Joint Memorial No. 102 expresses the Idaho Legislature's recognition of the significance of the domestic mining industry to the nation's economy, particularly in manufacturing, technology, agriculture, and food security. The memorial highlights Idaho's rich deposits of critical minerals, such as molybdenum, cobalt, and phosphate, which are essential for various industries and cannot be produced synthetically. It emphasizes the importance of efficient and predictable permitting processes for mining operations, especially since many mineral deposits are located on federally managed lands. The memorial also addresses the challenges posed by environmental regulations that have been exploited to delay mining activities, resulting in extensive bureaucratic hurdles and uncertainty for companies.

The memorial calls upon Idaho's Governor, Attorney General, and congressional delegation to collaborate with federal officials to ensure that laws and regulations align with the current administration's agenda, particularly in facilitating the permitting of critical mineral development. It urges a review of relevant federal statutes, such as the Federal Land Policy and Management Act and the National Environmental Policy Act, to eliminate obstacles hindering mineral production and processing in Idaho. The Legislature acknowledges the critical role of the mining industry in the state's economy and requests continued efforts to support its growth and sustainability.