Governor Tim Walz has taken action to restrict mining near the Boundary Waters. An executive order was signed by Walz, aiming to block nonferrous mining in the area. This move comes after Congress rolled back federal protections for the region.

The executive order is intended to prevent nonferrous mining near the Boundary Waters. Details of the order and its implications are available from the source. Further information on the executive order and its effects can be found through additional reporting on the topic.