Number: RL32813
Title: Hardrock Mining: State Regulation
Authors: Aaron M. Flynn, American Law Division 
Abstract: This report provides a survey of state laws governing hardrock mining. It is provides an overview of the regulation of several specific activities associated with hardrock mineral development. This report focuses on (1) state imposed royalty rates and rental charges for hardrock minerals on state lands and (2) reclamation and bonding requirements for hardrock mining activities. As mentioned above, state reclamation and bonding requirements are typically applicable on federal state and private lands. Variations from this scheme are specifically identified.
Pages: 53
Date: March 14, 2005