Community Reclamation Partnerships Act of 2025

HR 167, the Community Reclamation Partnerships Act of 2025, allows states to create memoranda with federal agencies to address mine drainage pollution on abandoned mine lands. It establishes "Community Reclaimers" (non-responsible entities like companies not causing pollution) to implement cleanup projects, requiring states to assume liability for project costs and ensure public review. Key provisions mandate detailed project plans, water quality monitoring, technical capability verification, and contingency plans for emergencies. The bill amends the 1977 Surface Mining Act, with projects needing state memoranda approval and specific documentation, and expires September 30, 2032. It directly affects states, Community Reclaimers, and landowners near abandoned mine sites.