Rule lifecycle · DOCKET:OMB Control No. 1219-0142
Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Sealing of Abandoned Areas
Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health Administration — observed across 2 documents over 1088 days. Use the source documents below before deciding whether this affects your business.
In plain English
The government is extending how long it can ask mining companies to report on how they seal abandoned mine areas to keep them safe. If you own or work with a mining business, keep records of your sealing methods and be ready to provide this information to the government when asked.
First seen
Aug 4, 2023
Last seen
Jul 27, 2026
Latest stage
Notice
PRORULE → RULE
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Comments close
Friday, September 25, 2026
Stage timeline
Notice·Aug 4, 2023
Proposed Extension of Information Collection; Sealing of Abandoned Areas
#2023-16668
Notice·Jul 27, 2026·91 FR 46949
Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Sealing of Abandoned Areas
comments close Sep 25, 2026#2026-15140