Establishes the Abandoned Mine Reclamation Program in the DOT to protect citizens from abandoned mine hazards.

The bill establishes the Abandoned Mine Reclamation Program in the Department of Transportation (DOT) to safeguard New Jersey citizens from the dangers of abandoned mines, such as subsidence and water quality issues. The DOT is tasked with developing a comprehensive reclamation plan, which includes mapping all abandoned mines, identifying those posing the greatest threat, and ranking reclamation projects. The DOT can implement projects directly, contract with firms, or grant funds to local governments or property owners.

Establishes the Abandoned Mine Reclamation Program in the DOT to protect citizens from abandoned mine hazards.

The bill establishes the Abandoned Mine Reclamation Program in the Department of Transportation (DOT) to safeguard New Jersey citizens from the dangers of abandoned mines, such as subsidence and water quality issues. The DOT is tasked with developing a comprehensive reclamation plan, which includes mapping all abandoned mines, identifying those posing the greatest threat, and ranking reclamation projects. The DOT can implement projects directly, contract with firms, or grant funds to local governments or property owners.