HR 7249·Federal·house
Bond Improvement and Reclamation Assurance Act of 2026
In CommitteeFiled Jan 27, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Deluzio, Christopher R. [D-PA-17] (D)
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Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Jan 27, 2026
Summary
The bill amends the 1977 Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act to require larger, adjustable performance bonds before a coal mine permit is issued. It sets a minimum bond amount, ties bond levels to site conditions, inflation and possible early closures, and makes owners with a 30% stake jointly liable for reclamation costs. The goal is to ensure that abandoned mines are properly restored even if the operator defaults.
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