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Opinion: Leadville and other Colorado communities stand to benefit as president signs Good Samaritan Mining Act

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The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the Good Samaritan Remediation of Abandoned Hardrock Mines Act .

Elizabeth Holley , Nicole Smith and Molly Morgan : The legislation tackles a paradox in existing environmental laws.

They say it's a step toward addressing one of the nation's longest-standing environmental challenges.

Writers: The law encourages qualified organizations to undertake remediation projects without fear of being held legally liable.

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