HB325 Summary

• Amends Section 9-16-73, Code of Alabama 1975, to change the Alabama Surface Mining Commission meeting frequency from once every month to once every two months.

• Governor may still require the commission to meet more frequently than the bimonthly schedule if necessary to fulfill its duties and obligations.

• The commission continues to comprise seven members appointed by the Governor with Senate confirmation, including a professional forester, civil/mining engineer, and attorney with specific experience requirements.

• Commission members receive $75 per day for official business, with the chair receiving $100 per day, and may be reimbursed for expenses.

• Effective date is the first day of the third month following passage and approval by the Governor.