Mining: The Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975: mining operations status: idle reserve mine status.

Summary

AB 982 lets surface mines that extract construction aggregate but are currently idle apply for a special “Idle Reserve Mine” status until 2036. The status is granted only if the State Geologist confirms sufficient reserve volume, the site is not on federal land, and fewer than 12 similar applications exist that fiscal year. It keeps existing reclamation permits and financial‑assurance requirements in place while adding new agency oversight and inspection duties.

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