Overview of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977

Jan 25, 2026

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The Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act (SMCRA), effective from August 3, 1977, regulates the environmental impacts of coal mining in the United States. Key provisions include the requirement for companies to obtain a permit before commencing surface mining, the necessity of posting a bond to cover site reclamation costs, and the stipulation that companies will be inspected and faced with penalties for non-compliance. Additionally, some lands are designated as off-limits for mining activities. A similar act does not appear to exist in Slovakia.

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Overview of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977

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By Matej Luptak Power Point Presentation
Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act • EffectivefromAugust 3, 1977. • Regulatestheenvironmentaleffectsofcoalmining.
Major Pointsofthe Program • Companiesmustobtain a permitbeforestartingsurfacemining. • Companiesmust post a bondthatissufficient to coverthecostofreclaimingthe site. • Companieswillbeinspected and punishediftheyfail to followtherules. • Certainlandscannotbeusedforminingwhatsoever.
SimilarAct in Slovakia • I havenotfoundanysimilaract to havebeenpassed in Slovakia, thoughitispossiblethere has beenone.
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