Legislature and CalCIMA Celebrate 50 Years of Surface Mining and Reclamation Act (SMARA) in California
Landmark law marks half a century of responsible resource development and land reclamation across California.
The California State Assembly Monday approved ACR 157, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act (SMARA), the landmark for responsible mineral resource development and land reclamation. Authored by Assemblymember Josh Hoover (R-Folsom) with bipartisan support and co-authorship from Assemblymembers Jasmeet Bains (D-Delano), Stephanie Nguyen (D-Elk Grove) and more than 50 other members, the resolution celebrates five decades of environmental stewardship, community partnership, and sustainable resource management.
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"SMARA is a California success story that doesn't get nearly enough credit," said Assemblymember Hoover. "For fifty years, this law has proven that environmental protection and responsible resource development work hand-in-hand rather than operating as opposing forces. The materials that build our homes, schools, roads, and clean energy infrastructure must come from somewhere, and SMARA ensures they come from somewhere responsibly. I'm proud to author this resolution honoring that legacy."
