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IN SB0336
Bill
AI Summary
Senate Enrolled Act 336 Summary
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Amends the post-1977 abandoned mine reclamation fund to allow use for restoring land affected by surface coal mining operations after August 3, 1977, and for replacing domestic water supplies disrupted by completed mining operations.
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Redefines "mine subsidence" to include collapse of any inactive underground coal mines (removes the prior requirement that mines be abandoned before August 3, 1977) that results in structural damage.
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Expands the definition of "structure" subject to mine subsidence coverage to include all dwellings, buildings, and fixtures permanently fixed to real property, removing the prior exclusion of publicly or governmental entity-owned structures.
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Requires mine subsidence insurance coverage to include up to $15,000 in additional living expenses for insureds temporarily displaced by mine subsidence damage, with option to waive this coverage if purchasing structural damage coverage.
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Establishes that the Department of Insurance commissioner must provide technical expertise to insurers for adjusting mine subsidence claims, with costs paid from the mine subsidence fund.
Legislative Description
Mine subsidence. Allows the post-1977 abandoned mine reclamation fund to be used for the restoration of land that has been affected by surface coal mining operations. Removes the requirement that mine subsidence be caused by the collapse of inactive coal mines abandoned before August 3, 1977. Removes the exclusion of public buildings from the definition of structure. Provides that mine subsidence coverage must include coverage of up to $15,000 for additional living expenses reasonably and necessarily incurred by an insured who is temporarily displaced as a direct result of damage caused by mine subsidence to the covered structure in which
Last Action
Public Law 101
3/22/2016