Will Protect Montana Jobs at Sibanye-Stillwater Mine
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Steve Daines issued the following statement today commending the Trump administration for issuing a duty countering Russian efforts to flood markets with palladium in order to drive down prices. Russia’s actions put jobs at Montana’s Sibanye-Stillwater Mines in jeopardy. The mine is the only primary source of palladium in the United States and has been negatively affected by Russia’s actions. The administration’s 132.83 percent anti-dumping duty rate is enforceable upon publication in the Federal Register.
“Montana mining is on a roll thanks to President Trump. Russia’s malign actions are aimed at eliminating competition in the United States and creating a world-wide monopoly on production. Those days are now over thanks to the Trump administration’s aggressive action today. Montana jobs saved and less dependence on Russia is a win all around for Montana and America,” said Daines.
Background:
Addressing Russia’s malign action with regards to critical minerals has been a Daines priority. The Sibanye-Stillwater mine laid off 700 workers in November 2024 as a result of Biden administration inaction over Russia’s anti-market behavior. In response Daines introduced legislation to address the situation in Sept 2024 and again in Feb 2025.
Senator Daines sent several letters to the Trump Administration urging corrective action to counter Russia’s behavior and protect Montana mining- read more HERE.
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