Legacy Mine Cleanup Act of 2024

4/22/2024, 1:58 PM
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Bill 118 s 3858, also known as the Legacy Mine Cleanup Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of abandoned and inactive mines across the country that pose environmental and public health risks.

The bill proposes the establishment of a fund to finance the cleanup and remediation of these legacy mines. This fund would be supported by fees imposed on mining companies and would be used to cover the costs of reclaiming and restoring abandoned mine sites.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the prioritization of cleanup efforts based on the level of risk posed by each site. It also calls for increased coordination between federal, state, and local agencies to ensure that cleanup efforts are carried out efficiently and effectively. Overall, the Legacy Mine Cleanup Act of 2024 aims to address the environmental and public health hazards posed by abandoned mines while also holding mining companies accountable for their role in creating these hazards. It represents a bipartisan effort to protect communities and the environment from the negative impacts of legacy mining operations.
Congress
118
Number
S - 3858
Introduced on
2024-02-29
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

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4/15/2024
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Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate

Purpose and Summary

Held at the desk.
Bill 118 s 3858, also known as the Legacy Mine Cleanup Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the issue of abandoned and inactive mines across the country that pose environmental and public health risks.

The bill proposes the establishment of a fund to finance the cleanup and remediation of these legacy mines. This fund would be supported by fees imposed on mining companies and would be used to cover the costs of reclaiming and restoring abandoned mine sites.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the prioritization of cleanup efforts based on the level of risk posed by each site. It also calls for increased coordination between federal, state, and local agencies to ensure that cleanup efforts are carried out efficiently and effectively. Overall, the Legacy Mine Cleanup Act of 2024 aims to address the environmental and public health hazards posed by abandoned mines while also holding mining companies accountable for their role in creating these hazards. It represents a bipartisan effort to protect communities and the environment from the negative impacts of legacy mining operations.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to establish within the Office of Land and Emergency Management of the Environmental Protection Agency the Office of Mountains, Deserts, and Plains, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Environmental Protection
Potential Impact
Advanced technology and technological innovations•
Congressional oversight•
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)•
Executive agency funding and structure•
Federal officials•
Hazardous wastes and toxic substances•
Indian lands and resources rights•
Intergovernmental relations•
Metals•
Mining•
Solid waste and recycling

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