Washington, D.C. — Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) today applauded the Bureau of Land Management’s order approving the proposed Dry Creek Trona Mine in Sweetwater County, Wyoming.
“The Trump administration’s approval of the Dry Creek Trona Mine in Sweetwater County is welcome news and demonstrates yet again President Trump’s commitment to delivering for the people of Wyoming,” said Lummis. “This vital development will create hundreds of good-paying jobs for hardworking Wyoming families while strengthening our domestic supply chain for essential minerals that keep costs lower at the store for everyday Americans. By supporting responsible resource development right here at home instead of relying on foreign countries, President Trump and Secretary Burgum are putting America First and ensuring Wyoming continues to lead the way in powering our nation’s economic prosperity.”
Background:
- The Dry Creek project will extract trona, which produces soda ash – a crucial ingredient in everything from household baking soda, detergents, and glass manufacturing to chemical production and cleaning products, and even plays a role in making lithium-ion batteries.
- This development is expected to create approximately 2,000 construction positions initially, followed by 300 permanent jobs that will sustain local families throughout the mine’s operational lifespan. Wyoming’s rich natural resources continue to provide both traditional and forward-looking opportunities for our communities.