MEM 630 Mining Law and Environment

Credits: (3-0) 3

This course undertakes an examination of relevant legislation and practice with respect to mining laws and the mining environment, starting with the Mining Act of 1872, the 1920 Mineral Leasing Act, and the 1977 Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act. The student will examine state, national, and international mining laws as well as mining environment issues that impact the mining industry.

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