1971 Senate Hearings on Surface Mining Legislation
July 20, 2026
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The Frame
These hearings represent the legislative process for eight proposed federal bills (S. 77, S. 630, S. 993, S. 1160, S. 1240, S. 1498, S. 2455, and S. 2777) that sought to establish federal standards for operations across the United States.
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Mining industry operators
The proposed legislation under discussion would establish new federal regulatory requirements for surface mining operations.
Federal government
The subcommittee is tasked with evaluating and potentially drafting federal policy regarding energy and mining resources.
Last recorded activity July 20, 2026.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The Subcommittee on Minerals, Materials, and Fuels held hearings on November 16, 17, and December 2, 1971.
- The hearings were held pursuant to S. Res. 45, which mandated a national fuels and energy policy study.
- Eight specific bills were under review: S. 77, S. 630, S. 993, S. 1160, S. 1240, S. 1498, S. 2455, and S. 2777.
- The hearings took place during the first session of the Ninety-second Congress.
Why It Matters
These hearings represent the legislative process for eight proposed federal bills (S. 77, S. 630, S. 993, S. 1160, S. 1240, S. 1498, S. 2455, and S. 2777) that sought to establish federal standards for operations across the United States.
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Consolidation of Mining Legislation
The subcommittee reviewed eight distinct bills simultaneously, indicating a coordinated effort to synthesize various legislative approaches to surface mining.
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