2010 Michigan Compiled Laws
Chapter 324 - NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Act 451 of 1994 - NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (324.101 - 324.90106)
451-1994-III - ARTICLE III NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT (324.30101...324.83109)
451-1994-III-3 - CHAPTER 3 MANAGEMENT OF NONRENEWABLE RESOURCES (324.60101...324.64111)
451-1994-III-3-4 - SUBCHAPTER 4 MINERAL MINING (324.63101...324.63714)
451-1994-III-3-4-631 - PART 631 RECLAMATION OF MINING LANDS (324.63101...324.63223)
Section 324.63102 - Survey of mining areas; factors considered.

Sec. 63102.

The supervisor of reclamation shall conduct a comprehensive study and survey to determine, consistent with the intent of this part, the extent and type of regulation of mining areas necessary in the public interest. The supervisor of reclamation shall consider all of the following:

(a) The effects of mining upon the environment.

(b) The effects of mining upon future use of the land upon completion of mining.

(c) The effects of mining upon wise use and protection of the natural resources, including, but not limited to, the control of erosion, the prevention of land or rock slides, and air and water pollution.

(d) The future and economic impact of the regulations upon mine operators and landowners, the surrounding communities, and this state.

(e) The effect of regulation on employment in this state.

(f) The effect of regulation on the future mining and development of metallic minerals.

(g) The practical problems of mine operators and mineral owners.

History: Add. 1995, Act 57, Imd. Eff. May 24, 1995
Popular Name: Act 451
Popular Name: NREPA