To amend the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 to provide for the protection of water resources during coal mining operations, and for other purposes.
Coal Field Water Protection and Replacement Act - Amends the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act to: (1) modify the requirements relating to water resources protection during coal mining operations; (2) impose criminal penalties upon any representative of a State regulatory authority who fails to implement enforcement duties; (3) include water resources within the purview of requisite performance bonds; and (4) enhance water rights and replacement procedures.
Sets forth the criteria under which a State may assume exclusive regulatory jurisdiction over surface coal mining operations.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Mining and Natural Resources.
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