Interior Department approves amendment to Montana coal mining regulations
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The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSM) has approved a change to Montana’s state regulatory program regarding coal mining. This update was requested by the State of Montana following the passage of Senate Bill 365.
Why it matters: This is a technical regulatory update that provides mining companies with a specific exception for extreme weather events that exceed the intended capacity of their sediment ponds.
Who it affects
- Coal mining operators in Montana
This action was taken by the Interior Department’s Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement; readers should consult the Federal Register for full technical details before relying on these rules.
Agency: Interior Department, Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement Office
Source: Federal Register — read the official document