SB25-054
Mining Reclamation & Interstate Compact
Concerning the regulation of mining activities, and, in connection therewith, creating a new permit type to facilitate the cleanup of abandoned mine waste piles, updating forfeiture and warranty procedures, and ratifying Colorado's membership in the "Interstate Mining Compact" and the Interstate Mining Commission.
Session:
2025 Regular Session
Subject:
Bill Summary
Natural Resources & Environment
- Contemplate the expedited issuance of reclamation-only permits to persons desiring to conduct reclamation-only operations after July 1, 2025, on less than 5 acres; and
- Update restrictions and requirements concerning the posting and forfeiture of financial warranties relating to mine reclamation projects.
The office of mined land reclamation may not issue a reclamation-only permit to a designated mining operation.
The bill also enacts the "Interstate Mining Compact" and ratifies Colorado's membership in the associated Interstate Mining Commission.
(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)