Interior Department approves changes to Ohio's coal mining regulations
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The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSM) is approving two amendments to Ohio’s regulatory program for surface mining. These changes affect how the state manages mine reclamation, which is the process of restoring land after mining is complete.
Why it matters: This is largely an administrative update that changes how mining companies provide financial guarantees to the state of Ohio. It resolves a specific requirement previously placed on Ohio’s mining program by the federal government.
Who it affects
- Coal mining companies operating in Ohio
This action was taken by the Department of the Interior; readers should consult the Federal Register for the full text before relying on these rules.
Agency: Interior Department, Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement Office
Source: Federal Register — read the official document