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Bill would allow modeling to augment sampling for mine bond release; DEQ supportive
Summary
House Bill 616 lets mine operators use predictive hydrologic and sediment models to supplement physical sampling in post‑mine bond‑release evaluations, subject to Department of Environmental Quality approval. Industry proponents said the change reduces cost while preserving environmental safeguards; DEQ said modeling is a useful additional tool.
House Bill 616 would authorize mine operators to use data‑modeling approaches, approved by the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), to augment physical sampling when applying for bond release after reclamation. Proponents said modeling helps produce a drainage‑wide picture of sediment loads and reduces the logistical burden of sampling many micro‑drainages after storm events.
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