HR 737 · 101th Congress · Environmental Protection
To amend the Stock Raising Homestead Act to resolve certain problems regarding subsurface estates, and for other purposes.
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EnactedLatest: Subcommittee on Mineral Resources Development. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 101-687.(1990-03-09)
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Amends Federal law regarding stock-raising homesteads to require a written notice to the surface owner before a person may enter lands for prospecting purposes. Authorizes the search for outcrop or surface exposure or mineral deposits by non-mechanized means, but precludes road construction, or the use of explosives or earth-moving equipment. Sets forth conditions under which plans of operation for mineral exploration and development may be pursued. Authorizes a surface owner to petition the Secretary of the Interior for compensation for damages. Requires the Secretary of the Interior to suspend or revoke the approval of a mining or prospecting plan of operations if the mine operator fails to remedy any plan violations. Sets forth conditions under which treble damages may be awarded to an aggrieved surface owner.…
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Cosponsors (20)
8 Democrats12 Republicans