Bill
SB 1147
Texas withdraws from Interstate Mining Compact, enabling independent mining regulation without multi-state coordination or unified environmental standards.
SB 1147 authorizes Texas to withdraw from the Interstate Mining Compact, a multi-state agreement that coordinates mining regulation and environmental standards across state lines. The bill became effective immediately upon the Governor's signature in May 2025, giving Texas the ability to exit this interstate compact and establish independent mining policies.
The Interstate Mining Compact establishes baseline environmental and reclamation standards for mining operations across participating states. Texas's withdrawal could allow the state to adopt less stringent mining regulations than compact members, potentially reducing compliance costs for mining companies but also potentially weakening environmental protections for mined lands and water resources.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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