OSMProposed Rule

New Document created by Hampstead, Haley J (OSM)

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Summary

This is a proposed rule from the Office of Surface Mining that was just published for public review on September 2, 2025. Without access to the specific details of the regulation, we cannot determine what changes it would make or why it matters to the public.

Key Points

  • 1This is a proposed rule, meaning it has not become final yet and is open for public comments
  • 2The Office of Surface Mining (OSM) is the federal agency responsible for regulating coal mining and reclamation of mined lands
  • 3The regulation is identified under docket number OSM-2025-0022 for tracking purposes
  • 4The public has an opportunity to submit feedback on this proposal before it becomes official
  • 5The specific impacts and requirements of this rule cannot be determined from the header information alone

Impact Assessment

If you are an energy company or surface mining operator, this means you should monitor the proposed rule's details once published to understand new operational or reporting requirements that may apply to your mining activities.

Impact Level
Moderate
Geographic Scope

National

Compliance Cost

Moderate

Who is Affected
Energy CompaniesManufacturersState Governments

Key Dates

Published

September 2, 2025

Regulatory Connections

Amends CFR Sections
30 CFR
Other Documents in This Rulemaking (OSM-2025-0022)

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.