Abandoned Mine Reclamation Fund - a view from the West

Journal Article · Tue Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1985 · Land Water Law Rev.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6144776

Collins, J D

Congress created the Abandoned Mine Reclamation Fund (AML) in 1977 as part of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act. The AML is funded by a special tax on coal mining. About one-third of AML fees will be paid by coal operators in the western states. The author examines the disbursement of AML funds under the Reagan Administration. He describes how the western state governments expected a generous portion of the AML funds for coal and non-coal reclamation, as well as community impact assistance projects in their states. Finally, the author shows how the Office of Surface Mining has largely frustrated the western expectations through its interpretation of the AML disbursement priorities.

• Research Organization: Western Wyoming Coll., Rock Springs
• OSTI ID: 6144776
• Journal Information: Land Water Law Rev.; (United States), Journal Name: Land Water Law Rev.; (United States) Vol. 20:1; ISSN LWLRD
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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