Bond Improvement and Reclamation Assurance Act of 2026 amends the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 to enhance permit performance.
The Bond Improvement and Reclamation Assurance Act of 2026 amends the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 to establish additional considerations for the adequacy of permit performance bonds. The bill modifies the requirements for permit performance bonds, including the amount and conditions under which they must be posted. It also mandates that inspectors inform regulatory authorities of any changes that may increase reclamation costs. The Secretary of the Interior is directed to issue regulations establishing guidelines and benchmarks for determining minimum bond amounts.
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