Issue Date:
Revised Date: 2018-01-05

Legal Citations

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.

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 25
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