Search Results for keywords:"Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977"

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  • 2025-01896 — Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; General
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    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 8404
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) is inviting public comments on the renewal of an information collection, in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. Interested individuals can submit their feedback by March 31, 2025. The collected data involves procedures for terminating jurisdiction of mining operations and other related activities under the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977. The agency is seeking input on the necessity, timeliness, burden estimate, and methods to enhance utility and minimize respondent burden, including through technological means.

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    The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement wants people to say what they think about paperwork rules for stopping mining activities safely. They are asking if the rules are still needed, how hard they are to follow, and if they could be easier with technology.

  • 2024-28735 — Submission to the Office of Management and Budget for Review and Approval; State Regulatory Authority: Inspection and Enforcement
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    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97066
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) is asking for public comments on its plan to renew an information collection related to State regulatory authority on coal mining inspections. This is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, which aims to minimize the burden of reporting by the public. They are gathering feedback on whether the information collection is necessary, if it will be processed timely, and ways to improve its quality and clarity. Comments are due by February 4, 2025, and the information gathered will help ensure compliance with the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977.

    Simple Explanation

    The government office that looks after safe coal mining wants to hear what people think about their plan to keep checking on how states manage coal mining. They're making sure this is not too tough for people, and anyone can share what they think by February 4, 2025.