OSM FACT SHEET
U.S. Department of the Interior
Office of Surface Mining
MAY 27 1999

OSM AWARDS WYOMING $1,511,005 TO ASSIST
IN REGULATING SURFACE EFFECTS OF COAL MINING

The Interior Department s Office of Surface Mining Reclamation
and Enforcement (OSM) has awarded Wyoming a $1,511,005 grant to
help the state regulate the surface effects of coal mining.

The grant will assist in paying Wyoming s inspection and
enforcement costs, including equipment, supplies, and
transportation.

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NOTE: For further information about the grant contact Steve
Toalson (307)777-5933.