U.S. Code of Federal Regulations
Regulations most recently checked for updates: Feb 11, 2026
A concern is small for this purpose if it:
(a) Together with its affiliates, does not have more than 250 employees;
(b) Maintains management and control of the actual mining operations of the tract; and
(c) Agrees that if it subleases the Government land, it will be to another small business, and that it will require its sublessors to agree to the same.
