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2002 SESSION

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SB 639 Coalbed methane; miner safety.

Introduced by: William C. Wampler, Jr. | all patrons    ...    notes | add to my profiles

SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:

Coalbed methane; miner safety. Requires the Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy to review the minimum distance limitations of coalbed methane wells to ensure (i) the safety of persons engaged in coal mining and gas production and (ii) the minimal adverse effect on existing or planned coal mining operations.

FULL TEXT

• 01/18/02  Senate: Presented & ordered printed 025585556  pdf

HISTORY

• 01/18/02  Senate: Presented & ordered printed 025585556
• 01/18/02  Senate: Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources
• 02/04/02  Senate: Left in Agriculture, Conservation and Natural Resources