HR 297 · 107th Congress · Public Lands and Natural Resources
Abandoned Mine Lands Reclamation Reform Act of 2001
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EnactedLatest: Executive Comment Requested from Interior.(2001-02-15)
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Abandoned Mine Lands Reclamation Reform Act of 2001 - Amends the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 to repeal authorization for the use of moneys in the Abandoned Mine Reclamation Fund ( Fund) earmarked for: (1) the Secretary of Agriculture for rural land reclamation; and (2) studies, research, and demonstration projects by the Department of the Interior. Designates for transfer to the United Mine Workers of America Combined Benefit Fund the interest earned on unexpended Fund amounts. Extends the sunset date for the current rate of reclamation fees from 2004 to 2011. Revises requirements governing: (1) allocation of reclamation fees for certain reclamation purposes; and (2) the transfer of liquidated sums to the United Mine Workers of America Combined Benefit Fund. Repeals priorities for the expenditure of funds for the general welfare and for: (1) restoration of land and water resources and environment previously degraded by the adverse effects of coal mining practices; (2) protection, repair, construction, or enhancement of utilities, roads, and recreation and conservation facilities adversely affected by such practices; and (3) development for recreation, conserv…
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