Rule lifecycle · RIN:1219-AC04
Improving and Eliminating Regulations; Use of Permissible Flame Safety Lamps in Underground Coal Mines
Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health Administration — observed across 2 documents over 359 days. Use the source documents below before deciding whether this affects your business.
In plain English
The government is updating underground coal mine safety rules to allow certain approved safety lamps that were previously restricted, simplifying requirements for miners and operators. If you operate a coal mine, verify your safety lamps meet the new standards and update your equipment and worker training by July 27, 2026.
First seen
Jul 1, 2025
Last seen
Jun 25, 2026
Latest stage
Rule
PRORULE → RULE
359d
Effective on
Monday, July 27, 2026
Stage timeline
Proposed·Jul 1, 2025
Improving and Eliminating Regulations; Use of Permissible Flame Safety Lamps in Underground Coal Mines
#2025-11646
Final·Jun 25, 2026·91 FR 38284
Improving and Eliminating Regulations; Use of Permissible Flame Safety Lamps in Underground Coal Mines
effective Jul 27, 2026#2026-12796