SB92 Alabama 2022 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Will BarfootSenator
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2022
Title: Surface Mining Commission, Sunset Law review, continued until October 1, 2026.
Summary: SB92 extends the Alabama Surface Mining Commission's existence and authority until October 1, 2026 under the Alabama Sunset Law.
What This Bill Does
The bill keeps the Alabama Surface Mining Commission active and operating through Oct. 1, 2026. It preserves the Commission's enabling laws (Sections 9-16-70 to 9-16-107) so they stay in effect until that date. It follows the Sunset Committee's recommendation to continue the Commission and becomes law immediately upon passage and the Governor's signature.

Who It Affects
The Alabama Surface Mining Commission, which will continue to exist and regulate surface mining through October 1, 2026.
Mining operators and related businesses that fall under the Commission's oversight, who will continue to be regulated through October 1, 2026.

Key Provisions
Continuance: The Alabama Surface Mining Commission is continued in existence and its authority is preserved through October 1, 2026 (Sections 9-16-70 to 9-16-107).
Effective date: The act takes effect immediately upon passage and the Governor's approval (or otherwise becoming law).

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Surface Mining Commission