Oregon Code § 517.953·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Policy.
Notwithstanding the policy set forth in ORS 517.760, the Legislative Assembly
finds and declares that it is the policy of the State of Oregon to protect the
environmental, scenic, recreational, social, archaeological and historic
resources of this state from unacceptable adverse impacts that may result from
mining operations, while permitting operations that comply with the provisions
set forth in ORS 517.952 to 517.989 and ensure the protection of the public
health, safety, welfare and the environment. [1991 c.735 §2; 2013 c.371 §7]
Plain English Explanation
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 517.953
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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