OSMProposed Rule

WY-054-FOR-4-PRN-FedReg-2026_01_16

EnergyEnvironment

Summary

This is a proposed rule from the Office of Surface Mining that would affect how coal mining operations in Wyoming are regulated and monitored. The rule aims to establish or modify requirements for mining companies to follow regarding land reclamation and environmental protection in the state.

Key Points

  • 1The rule applies to coal mining companies operating in Wyoming and sets standards for how they must manage their mining sites
  • 2It likely includes requirements for restoring mined land back to usable condition after mining operations end
  • 3The public has an opportunity to review and comment on this proposed rule before it becomes final
  • 4This is still in the proposal stage, so the actual requirements may change based on feedback from mining companies, environmental groups, and the public
  • 5The rule would be enforced by the federal Office of Surface Mining, which oversees mining operations on public and private lands

Key Dates

Published

February 2, 2026

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.

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