A.R.S. § 27-997: Rules; release, forfeiture or exercise of financial assurance

A. The state mine inspector shall adopt rules for reviewing and acting on:

1. Applications to release all or part of the financial assurance under this article.

2. Forfeiture or exercise of the financial assurance on failure to implement a reclamation plan as required by this article.

B. The rules shall provide for written notice to all principals and sureties on the financial assurance and an opportunity for a hearing.