PURPOSE: This rule sets forth the requirements for operation on steep slopes pursuant to sections 444.810 and 444.855.4, RSMo.

PUBLISHER’S NOTE: The secretary of state has determined that the publication of the entire text of the material which is incorporated by reference as a portion of this rule would be unduly cumbersome or expensive. This material as incorporated by reference in this rule shall be maintained by the agency at its headquarters and shall be made available to the public for inspection and copying at no more than the actual cost of reproduction. This note applies only to the reference material. The entire text of the rule is printed here. (1) Permanent program performance standards—steep slope mining requirements set forth in 30 CFR Part 785.15 as in effect on January 1, 2018, are incorporated by reference in this rule. Copies may be obtained by contacting the U.S. Government Publishing Office, PO Box 979050, St. Louis, MO 63197-9000 or online at https://www.gpo.gov. This rule does not incorporate any subsequent amendments or additions.

AUTHORITY: section 444.530, RSMo 2016.* Original rule filed Oct. 12, 1979, effective Feb. 11, 1980. Amended: Filed Aug. 1, 1980, effective Dec. 11, 1980. Amended: Filed March 26, 2018, effective Nov. 30, 2018. *Original authority: 444.530, RSMo 1971, amended 1983, 1990, 1993, 1995.