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  • OSMRE is soliciting nominations for the 2025 Excellence in Surface Coal Mining Reclamation Awards through June 8. These awards are the highest honor given to coal mining companies for exemplary coal mine reclamation in the United States.

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  • Nominations for the 2025 Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation Awards, which recognize outstanding state and Tribal efforts to reclaim abandoned mine lands, opened April 1 and submissions are due June 1, 2025.

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  • DOI today announced the approval of a federal mining plan modification by the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement for the Spring Creek Mine in Big Horn County, Montana, operated by the Navajo Transitional Energy Company. This decision extends the mine's operational life by 16 years, enabling the production of approximately 39.9 million tons of federal coal and supporting 280 full-time jobs. 

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  • The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement is committed to its mission of protecting people and the environment from the adverse impacts of coal mining while balancing the need for energy. While it has been reported that the Oklahoma Field Office is closed, the office is open and will continue to fulfill its responsibilities to the residents of Oklahoma.

  • Citizen Complaint:

    If you have questions or concerns, please contact the local OSMRE staff in your state or send an email to GetInfo@osmre.gov.

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Interior Department Disburses Over $13 Million to Revitalize Coal Communities

This partially demolished structure displays the reclamation efforts of the 2024 Good Neighbor Award Recipient: Black Mesa Pipeline LLC (ONEOK) - The Preparation Plant and Pump Station No. 1 Reclamation Project in Navajo County, AZ!

Call for Nominations: 2025 Excellence in Surface Coal Mining Reclamation Awards

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BLM, OSMRE seek input on proposed emergency coal lease at Freedom Mine