The responsible official's decision in the Why Not Stardust Minerals Project authorizes three Plans of Operations to pan, sluice, and suction dredge in Star Creek and the Yaak River while minimizing potential related environmental impacts. The claimants have rights under the 1872 Mining Law to prospect for minerals on National Forest systems lands. Therefore, this decision responds to the rights of the operator while simultaneously ensuring other laws and regulations are met.
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