The objective of Parts 1-14 of 19.10 NMAC is to establish regulations to implement the New Mexico Mining Act as directed in NMSA 69-36-7A. These regulations are designed to ensure proper reclamation through permitting for operations subject to the Mining Act, in accordance with provisions and standards outlined in the Mining Act.

[2-15-96, 12-29-2000; 19.10.1.6 NMAC - Rn, 19 NMAC 10.2.1.105, 05-15-2001]