The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement is authorized to conduct studies, research and demonstration projects relating to the implementation of, and compliance with, subchapter V of this chapter, and provide technical assistance to states for that purpose. Prior to approving any such studies, research or demonstration projects the Director, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, shall first consult with the Director, Bureau of Mines, and obtain a determination from such Director that the Bureau of Mines is not already conducting like or similar studies, research or demonstration projects. Studies, research and demonstration projects for the purposes of subchapter IV of this chapter shall only be conducted in accordance with section 1231(c)(6) of this title.
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Title 30— MINERAL LANDS AND MINING
CHAPTER 25— SURFACE MINING CONTROL AND RECLAMATION
SUBCHAPTER VII— ADMINISTRATIVE AND MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
§ 1296. Annual report to President and Congress
§ 1298. Alaskan surface coal mine study
§ 1299. Study of reclamation standards for surface mining of other minerals
§ 1301. Experimental practices
§ 1302. Authorization of appropriations
§ 1303. Coordination of regulatory and inspection activities
§ 1304. Surface owner protection
§ 1305. Federal lessee protection
§ 1306. Effect on rights of owner of coal in Alaska to conduct surface mining operations
§ 1307. Water rights and replacement
§ 1308. Advance appropriations
§ 1308a. Use of civil penalty funds to reclaim lands
§ 1308b. Transfer of computer hardware, software and other technical equipment