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OSMRE invites industry leaders, environmental groups, states, and Tribes to beta test a newly revised software tool that estimates the cost of treating acid mine drainage. Revised software compares treatment methods and incorporates long-term operation and maintenance.

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Biden-Harris Administration Releases Final Guidance for Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Abandoned Mine Land Grant Program.

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Since 1977, OSMRE has protected the environment and people while regulating surface coal mining in the United States, and funded the restoration of abandoned coal mines.

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Restoring the Environment Reclaiming Abandoned Mine Lands

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Protecting the Environment Regulating Coal Mines

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Applying Science & Technology Technology Development and Transfer

OSMRE News

May 2

Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement Announces More Than $4.6 Million to Revitalize Coal Communities in Montana

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Apr 25

OSMRE invites public comment on proposed changes to Ten-Day Notice process

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Apr 6

Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement Announces $5.8 Million to Revitalize Coal Communities in Utah

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

Thanks to individuals like Carter G. Woodson, there is a great record of the relationship between Black history and the history of coal. Please enjoy the following interesting facts about Black history in coal communities.

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What do wetlands and abandoned coal mines have in common? Although they appear to be complete opposites, there are several ways in which these features affect each other. Read the rest of the story here.

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The Department of the Interior announces the availability of funding for states and Tribes to support reclamation efforts in fiscal year 2021. Federal grants will support job creation and community revitalization.

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