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| Revised Date: | 2018-01-05 |
Legal Cites
- Natural Resources Code sec. 131.135, sec. 131.147, sec. 131.352, sec. 131.353, sec. 131.354, sec. 131.355
Object Type
Cash — Natural Resources
Origin Date
1979 by H.B. 1424, 66th Leg.
Description
Each operator conducting the surface mining of uranium must obtain a permit. Application and renewal fees are determined by the Commission but may not exceed $400. After approval but prior to permit issue a fee of $10 per acre of the permit area must be paid.
A person may not conduct exploration activity unless they hold an exploration permit. The Commission may impose an application fee to recover administrative costs.
Due Date
Permit valid for term of not more than 10 years.
Collecting Agencies
Deposit Funds
Note
Amended by S.B. 288, 68th Leg., R.S.
Previously deposited to the Land Reclamation Account (0454). Deposit changed as the account was exempt from loss of dedication under § 403.094, Government Code as a federal account.
Amended by H.B. 3837, 80th Leg., R.S.
USAS Values
| Appropriation Year | 24 |
|---|---|
| USAS Title | SURFACE MINING PERMITS |
| Receipt Category | 08 – Natural Resources |
| Receipt Type | 10 – Business/Professional Fees |
| Object Group | 30 – Revenues |
| USAS Status | A |
| Rev/Exp Category | 01 – LICENSES, FEES, FINES, AND PENALTIES |