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HB 656, 64th R.S.

Relating to control and regulation of exploration for and surface mining of minerals, reclamation of lands disturbed by operations defined in the Act, and protection of water supplies; prescribing the powers, duties and authority of the Commissioner of the General Land Office in carrying out the provisions of the Act; providing a system of permits and bonds for operations; providing enforcement procedures; providing civil remedies and civil and criminal penalties for violations; providing for judicial review; providing an effective date.

Last action: Referred to Subcommittee on Pollution Control

Author: Arthur "Buddy" Temple

Companion:

SB 66 (Identical)

Subjects:
Environment--General
Mines & Mineral Resources
SURFACE MINING RECLAMATION ACT, TEXAS

House Committee: Environmental Affairs () Minutes: March 19 1975

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