Number: RL34268
Title: The Federal Royalty and Tax Treatment of the Hardrock Mineral Industry: An Economic Analysis
Authors: Salvatore Lazzari, Resources, Science, and Industry Division 
Abstract: This report analyzes the economic issues underlying proposals to impose a royalty on hardrock (locatable) minerals on public domain lands. It also discusses the federal tax treatment of the hardrock mineral industry.
Pages: 35
Date: November 30, 2007