27-101.01. Department of mines and mineral resources; objectives; immunity

A. A department of mines and mineral resources is established.

B. The objectives of the department are to promote the development of the mineral resources of this state:

1. Through technical and educational processes, including field investigations, public seminars, publications, conferences and mineral displays.

2. By providing mining, metallurgical and other technical information and assistance to all persons who are interested in developing the mineral resources of this state.

C. Any claim or action against the department, the board of governors or any member of the board or the director or any other officer, employee or volunteer of the department in the person's official capacity must be brought against the state of Arizona and not against the department, board, board member, director or officer, employee or volunteer individually.

27-101.01. Department of mines and mineral resources; objectives; immunity

A. A department of mines and mineral resources is established.

B. The objectives of the department are to promote the development of the mineral resources of this state:

1. Through technical and educational processes, including field investigations, public seminars, publications, conferences and mineral displays.

2. By providing mining, metallurgical and other technical information and assistance to all persons who are interested in developing the mineral resources of this state.

C. Any claim or action against the department, the board of governors or any member of the board or the director or any other officer, employee or volunteer of the department in the person's official capacity must be brought against the state of Arizona and not against the department, board, board member, director or officer, employee or volunteer individually.