SB140 Alabama 2014 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Paul Bussman
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2014
Title: Surface Mining Commission, Sunset Law review, continued until October 1, 2018
Summary: SB140 extends the Alabama Surface Mining Commission’s existence and authority until October 1, 2018.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, the Alabama Surface Mining Commission will continue to exist and operate through Oct. 1, 2018. The statutes that create and govern it (Sections 9-16-70 to 9-16-107) will be preserved during the extension. The act becomes effective immediately upon the Governor's approval.

Who It Affects
The Alabama Surface Mining Commission and its staff will continue to exist and operate through October 1, 2018.
Mining companies, contractors, regulators, and local governments that are overseen by the commission will continue to be subject to its regulatory authority through October 1, 2018.

Key Provisions
Continuation of the Alabama Surface Mining Commission through October 1, 2018, with Sections 9-16-70 to 9-16-107 preserved.
Immediate effectiveness upon passage and approval by the Governor.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Sunset Law