The U.S. House passed a bill to repeal Biden's mining ban in Minnesota's Superior National Forest.
Quiver AI Summary
U.S. House of Representatives passes resolution: The House approved H.J. Res. 140, a resolution introduced by Congressman Pete Stauber to repeal a 20-year mining ban in Northern Minnesota's Superior National Forest that was established by the Biden Administration. The resolution aims to allow the pursuit of mining and helium projects in that area.
Congressman Stauber's comments: Stauber expressed support for the resolution, stating, "this win allows for important proposed hardrock mining... to move forward." He emphasized the role of mining in supporting jobs and national security, while noting that the resolution does not endorse specific projects.
Background on the mining ban: The 2023 ban, enacted by former President Biden, restricted mining in an area with substantial copper-nickel deposits. This resolution's approval permits further exploration and development under stringent regulation, accompanied by an explanation of Congressional oversight under the Congressional Review Act.
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Pete Stauber Fundraising
Pete Stauber recently disclosed $282.2K of fundraising in a Q3 FEC disclosure filed on October 15th, 2025. This was the 334th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year. 55.6% came from individual donors.
Stauber disclosed $235.0K of spending. This was the 236th most from all Q3 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Stauber disclosed $831.6K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 394th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Pete Stauber's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
Pete Stauber Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Pete Stauber is worth $1.9M, as of January 22nd, 2026. This is the 257th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Stauber has approximately $27.2K invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
You can track Pete Stauber's net worth on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Stauber.
Pete Stauber Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Pete Stauber:
- H.R.6422: American Water Stewardship Act
- H.R.5337: Motor Carrier Safety Selection Standard Act of 2024
- H.R.4615: Small Business Payment for Performance Act of 2025
- H.R.4090: Critical Mineral Dominance Act
- H.R.3935: Reducing Permitting Uncertainty Act
- H.R.3891: Northern Border Security and Staffing Reform Act
You can track bills proposed by Pete Stauber on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Stauber.
2026 Minnesota's 8th Congressional District Election
There has been approximately $2,275,742 of spending in Minnesota's 8th congressional district elections over the last two years, per our estimates.
Approximately $147,162 of this has been from outside spending by PACs and Super PACs. Some of the groups who are spending money in this race include:
- PROJECT 218 ($95,712)
- MINNESOTA DEMOCRATIC-FARMER-LABOR PARTY ($31,290)
- INDIVISIBLE PROJECT INC. ($14,759)
- AFSCME WORKING FAMILIES FUND ($4,587)
The rating for this race is currently "Solid R".
You can track this election on our matchup page for the 2026 Minnesota's 8th congressional district election.
