Congresswoman King-Hinds proposed PACMESA to increase territorial revenue, environmental safeguards, and consultation for Pacific seabed mining.
Quiver AI Summary
King-Hinds introduces seabed mining bill: Congresswoman Kimberlyn King-Hinds introduced H.R. 10318, called the Pacific Minerals Economic Security Act, or PACMESA. The bill is described as a measure to increase economic benefits, environmental protections, and consultation requirements for U.S. Pacific territories near potential seabed mining.
Key provisions outlined: The proposal would split certain lease revenues evenly between the U.S. Treasury and nearby territories, set bonding and financial assurance requirements for companies, and expand notification and comment periods for territorial governments. It also calls for a federal study on environmental impacts and mitigation methods.
Lawmaker’s statement: In supporting the bill, King-Hinds said the legislation would provide a “crucial insurance policy” for Pacific territories if seabed mining occurs, while acknowledging she does not “support or oppose” seabed mining itself.
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Kimberlyn King-Hinds Fundraising
Kimberlyn King-Hinds recently disclosed $7.8K of fundraising in a Q2 FEC disclosure filed on July 15th, 2026. This was the 1345th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year. 49.0% came from individual donors.
King-Hinds disclosed $27.6K of spending. This was the 1236th most from all Q2 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
King-Hinds disclosed $12.2K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 1497th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year.
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Kimberlyn King-Hinds Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Kimberlyn King-Hinds:
- H.R.10318: To amend the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act to enhance the economic security of Pacific territories adjacent to seabed mining through revenue sharing, and for other purposes.
- H.R.10074: Affordable Power for the Northern Marianas Act
- H.R.9787: Northern Mariana Islands Labor Stabilization Act
- H.R.9652: Northern Marianas VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic Authorization Act of 2026
- H.R.9316: Travel Assistance for Veterans in Medical Deserts Act
- H.R.8931: Northern Mariana Islands Workforce Improvement Act
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