Surface Mining Regulations and Responsibilities

Surface Mining Regulations and Responsibilities

Assessment

Interactive Video

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9th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act established standards for coal mining operations, focusing on environmental protection and land reclamation. The Office of Surface Mining (OSM) sets minimum standards, while states have primary responsibility for regulation, known as State Primacy. States must design programs that meet or exceed federal standards, including permit systems and performance bonds. OSM oversees state programs and regulates federal and Indian lands, providing technical assistance and support to ensure compliance and address technical challenges.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main purposes of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act?

To reduce the cost of coal mining

To establish standards for coal mining operations

To eliminate surface mining

To increase coal production

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which office was created to enforce surface mining regulations?

Office of Land Management

Office of Environmental Protection

Office of Coal Production

Office of Surface Mining

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Since the passage of the Surface Mining Act, what has become routine in mining operations?

Reduction in mining costs

Increased coal exports

Environmental protection and land reclamation

Expansion of mining areas

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary responsibility of states under State Primacy?

To reduce mining costs

To regulate coal mining operations

To eliminate surface mining

To increase coal production

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What must states establish to regulate surface coal mining and reclamation operations?

New mining technologies

Laws and penalties for violations

Increased coal production targets

Reduced mining costs

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens once a state's mining program is approved by the Office of Surface Mining?

The state can eliminate surface mining

The state receives federal funding

The state gains regulatory authority

The state must increase coal production

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the Office of Surface Mining assist states?

By eliminating surface mining

By reducing mining costs

By increasing coal production targets

By providing financial support and technical assistance

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