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OR HB2777

Bill

Status

Failed

6/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Rules

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Legislative Measures

AI Summary

  • Wells constructed by a licensed water well constructor for acquiring sample materials are exempt from onshore exploration permit requirements
  • State Department of Geology and Mineral Industries may not deny operating permit transfer requests except for specific enumerated reasons (successor not assuming reclamation obligations, failure to provide bond, property disputes, or prior permit violations)
  • Department rules may not impose additional conditions on permit transfers beyond those specified in statute, and transfer fee is capped at $250
  • Permitting agencies may not require land use compatibility statements for mining activities already authorized by a local jurisdiction permit or special land use authorization

Legislative Description

Relating to mining.

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment.

6/27/2025

Committee Referrals

Rules4/1/2025
Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Water1/17/2025

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