What does Preamble of CLEAN UP Mines Act of 2026 do?

This bill proposes to amend the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977. The stated purpose is to strengthen control of the environmental impacts of surface coal mining.

What does SHORT TITLE. of CLEAN UP Mines Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the 'Contemporaneous Land and Environmental Action for Neutralizing Unreclaimed Property at Mines Act of 2026'.

What does AMENDMENTS TO SURFACE MINING CONTROL AND RECLAMATION ACT OF of CLEAN UP Mines Act of 2026 do?

This section amends the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 to modify reclamation plan requirements, permit revision procedures, environmental performance standards, inspection and monitoring protocols, and release of performance bonds. Permits may be considered out of compliance if there is no active coal removal or reclamation for more than six months within a three-year period, unless they meet certain standards established in section 515(b)(3). Environmental performance standards are updated, including timeframes for backfilling, grading, and revegetation, referencing standards in section 515(b)(3) and other subsections. Monitoring requirements for surface water and groundwater are strengthened, mandating quarterly monitoring and annual biological assessments. The regulatory authority must conduct inspections of runoff control structures after significant precipitation events. The conditions for release of performance bonds are modified, incorporating references to sections 515(b)(3), 515(b)(19), and 515(b)(20).

Back to bills

CLEAN UP Mines Act of 2026

Last updated: 5/26/2026 · Introduced: 5/26/2026

Author: Donald Beyer (D-VA)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill amends the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 to update reclamation plan requirements, environmental performance standards, and permit revision procedures.
Permits will be considered out of compliance if there is prolonged inactivity (over six months within three years) without meeting specified standards.
Monitoring of surface and groundwater is strengthened, requiring quarterly monitoring and annual biological assessments.

119th Congressin committeeOfficial page

Verified Votes

No verified votes yet.

Community Votes

No community votes yet. Be the first!

Voting as guest · Sign in for verified votes

Other Sections

Includes provisions on preamble, short title., and 1 more.

3 sections

Click "Show details" to explore individual sections. Use the community vote above or visit All Sections to vote per section.

Read official text

Want the full experience?

Create a free account to cast verified votes on each section, get a personalized summary, and track your voting history.

Create Free Account