Interstate Mining Compact Commission(IMCC)

Address: 445-A Carlisle Dr. Herndon, VA 20170 USA
Contact Name: Conrad, Gregory E.
Phone: (703) 709-8654
Fax: (703) 709-8655
Email: gconrad@imcc.isa.us
URL: http://www.imcc.isa.us

Founded: 1971
Members: 20
Staff: 4
Computer Services: database.
Budget: $425,000

Description: States engaged in mining. Aims to: study and recommend techniques for the protection and restoration of land, water, and other resources affected by mining; assist in the reduction, elimination, or counteraction of pollution or deterioration of natural resources; encourage programs in member states that will achieve comparable results in protecting and improving the usefulness of natural resources; maintain an efficient and productive mining industry. Compiles statistics; disseminates studies and reports on surface mining, reclamation techniques, and legislative developments affecting member states. Maintains liaison between state and federal governments.

Awards: AWARDS: Kenes C. Bowling National Reclamation Award. FREQUENCY: annual. TYPE: recognition. RECIPIENT: to states nominated through member state regulatory authorities. * National Mineral Education Awards. FREQUENCY: annual. TYPE: recognition. RECIPIENT: to states/persons/companies nominated through member state regulatory authorities.

Publications: The Compact, quarterly. Newsletter. Features overview of current issues before the Compact and topics of interest to member states related to congressional and regulatory affairs. PRICE: free. ALTERNATE FORMATS: online. * Annual Report, annual. Includes overview of activities of the Compact and its committees throughout the calendar year. PRICE: free. * Directory, semiannual. Contains list of member states and their Governors and Governors' official representatives; standing committee members; and state contact persons. PRICE: free.

Conventions / Meetings: annual banquet and conference - always April/May * executive committee meeting and luncheon - always September, October or November.