A spokesman for Stefanik told The Sun the lawmaker voted to support the legislation because the measure would «restore transparency to the process of developing stream
buffer zones near mining activities and require the Secretary of the Interior to work on a comprehensive study aimed at protecting streams.»
On the far side of the park, along
a buffer zone near the Tuul River, we stopped at a lone ger.
Not exact matches
The rule maintains a long - established 100 - foot
buffer zone that blocks coal mining
near streams, but imposes stricter guidelines for exceptions to the 100 - foot rule.
The «Coffee Growing — Environmental Leadership» section covers water body protection, including criteria for width and type of vegetated
buffer zones along permanent and seasonal water bodies, and use of chemicals or waste storage
near water bodies; protection of soil resources, including measures to control and prevent erosion and use of organic mulches and cover crops; conserving biodiversity, including maintaining a shade canopy, protecting wildlife, and establishment of conservation areas; and environmental management, including pest and disease control.
The proposed
buffer zone is similar — but not exact — to what the state Liquor Authority does to keep bars from opening
near schools and churches.