§ 722. Declaration of policy
Oklahoma Statutes AnnotatedTitle 45. Mines and Mining
45 Okl.St.Ann. § 722
§ 722. Declaration of policy
It is hereby declared to be the policy of this state to provide for the reclamation and conservation of land subjected to surface disturbance by mining and thereby to preserve natural resources, to encourage the productive use of such lands after mining, to aid in the protection of wildlife and aquatic resources, to encourage the planting of trees, grasses and other vegetation, to establish recreational, home and industrial sites, to protect and perpetuate the taxable value of property, to aid in the prevention of erosion, landslides, floods and the pollution of waters and air, to protect the natural beauty and aesthetic values in the affected areas of this state, and to protect and promote the health, safety and general welfare of the people of this state.
Credits
Laws 1971, c. 332, § 2, emerg. eff. June 12, 1971.
45 Okl. St. Ann. § 722, OK ST T. 45 § 722
Current with emergency effective legislation through Chapter 257 of the Second Regular Session of the 59th Legislature (2024). Some sections may be more current, see credits for details.
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