Modifies standards relating to mining practices

HB 2737 updates Missouri's mining regulations by requiring mining companies to obtain an indemnity bond and provide 30 days' public notice (via local newspaper or posted handbills) before operating in cities or towns with 1,000+ residents. It establishes a process for landowners to file court affidavits if they believe mining operations encroach on their property, triggering a court-ordered survey by county officials to verify boundaries. The bill also clarifies key terms like "mining," "metallic mineral waste," and "operator" to standardize enforcement and defines penalties for violations, including fines up to $1,000 or up to one year in jail. These changes primarily affect mining companies operating in populated areas and landowners involved in boundary disputes.