Question
0. Which of the acts mentioned in the passage are not directly related to mining?
1. What are the effects of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977?
Answer
0. Without the passage, I cannot determine which acts are mentioned and which are not.
1. The Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 aims to regulate and reclaim surface coal mining operations, protect the environment, and ensure public safety. Its effects include reducing the environmental impact of mining, promoting reclamation and restoration of mined lands, and improving the health and safety of miners and nearby communities.