Interior Department approves updates to North Dakota's surface mining regulations
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The Office of Surface Mining has approved changes to how North Dakota regulates coal mining. These changes update the state’s regulatory program to reflect recent shifts in North Dakota state law.
Why it matters: This is primarily an administrative update to ensure that federal mining oversight aligns with how North Dakota has reorganized its state government and updated its own codes.
Who it affects
- Coal mining companies operating in North Dakota
This action was taken by the Office of Surface Mining; readers should consult the Federal Register for the full text before relying on these regulations.
Agency: Interior Department, Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement Office
Source: Federal Register — read the official document