Oklahoma SB1196 amends the Mining Lands Reclamation Act to modify permit requirements and hearing processes.
Oklahoma SB1196 amends the Mining Lands Reclamation Act to modify permit requirements and hearing processes. The bill updates statutory language and references, and it specifies that municipal approvals must be attached to mining permit applications. It also outlines conditions for Limited Use Permits, including acreage restrictions and reclamation requirements. The bill mandates that the Department of Mines hold informal conferences or formal hearings upon request and requires operators to place advertisements in local newspapers. The act becomes effective November 1, 2026.
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