The committee has the power to:

Terms Used In North Dakota Code 38-16-04

1.    Exercise general supervision and administration and enforcement of this chapter.

2.    Encourage and conduct training, research, experiments, and demonstrations, and to collect and disseminate information relating to surface mining operations and reclamation of lands and waters affected by surface mining operations.

     3.    Make, amend, and rescind, from time to time, such rules and regulations, in the manner prescribed by chapter 28-32, as may be appropriate to effectuate the purposes and provisions of this chapter.

4. Make investigations or inspections which may be deemed necessary to ensure compliance with any provisions of this chapter.

5.    Cooperate with and receive technical and financial assistance from the United States, any state, or any department, agency, or officer thereof for any purposes relating to the reclamation of any affected lands.