http://www.reuters.com/article/marketsNews/idCAN1744670820080417?rpc=44&pageNumber=1&virtualBrandChannel=0&sp=true

 (Recast, adds Correa's and assembly member comments and details)

 From the article:

Assembly member Betty Tola, the head author of the decree, said if approved the order would suspend all activity in exploration projects, including gathering samples for environmental studies.

"It applies to all medium- and large-scale exploration concessions," Tola told Reuters. "The suspension will take effect immediately after the decree is approved."