Modifies standards relating to mining practices

Summary

The measure repeals several existing mining sections and creates 17 new ones that tighten how underground drifts are surveyed, require indemnity bonds for mining certain minerals in larger towns, and mandate public notice before work begins. It adds misdemeanor penalties for obstructing surveys and higher fines and jail time for violations. The bill failed to pass.

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