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Version 00 · Introduced in House · Mar 24, 1993
Mining and Mineral Resources Research Institute Amendments of 1993 - Amends the Mining and Mineral Resources Research Institute Act of 1984 to extend through FY 1999 the authorizations for: (1) State allotment grants for mining and mineral resources research institutes; (2) mineral research and demonstration projects; and (3) administrative expenses associated with such institutes and projects. Directs the Committee on Mining and Mineral Resources to report to certain congressional committees on the activities and continued eligibility of mining and mineral resources research institutes, and the generic mineral technology centers. Directs the Secretary of the Interior to establish generic mineral technology centers for: (1) mine health and safety; and (2) metallic/non-metallic reclamation.
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Rep. Rahall, Nick J., II [D-WV-3] · D–WV
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E764-765)
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
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