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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of the Interior last week approved a major expansion of Wyoming’s Black Butte Mine and proposed rescinding a federal rule that elevated conservation above other uses …
Interior Approves Wyoming Mine Expansion, Moves to Rescind Public Lands Rule Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of the Interior announced two major initiatives last week, advancing the Trump administration’s priorities on energy security, economic growth, and coastal resilience.
Interior Department Boosts Gulf Energy Revenue Sharing, Fast-Tracks Wyoming Coal Expansion Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a week that underscored the Trump administration’s drive to reshape America’s energy and environmental policy, the U.S. Department of the Interior unveiled a series of decisions spanning …
Interior Department Rolls Out Sweeping Energy and Conservation Actions, Balancing Resource Development with Environmental Stewardship Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of the Interior announced a series of impactful initiatives this week aimed at promoting energy independence, revitalizing coal regions, and fostering outdoor recreation. These measures …
Transforming America’s Future: Energy Wins, Jobs Revived, Trails Expanded Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) has strongly criticized recent Trump administration policies that could compromise the safety and well-being of Pennsylvania miners. Citing proposed closures of Mine …
Senator Fetterman Condemns Trump Administration Actions Impacting Miner Safety Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA), joined by Senators Mark Warner (D-VA), Tim Kaine (D-VA), and Bernie Sanders (I-VT), has raised urgent concerns in a letter to Health …
Fetterman Demands Accountability Over NIOSH Layoffs Impacting Mining Safety Initiatives Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of the Interior has approved a federal mining plan modification that will extend the operational life of the Spring Creek Mine in Big Horn County, …
Spring Creek Mine Expansion Approved, Extending Operational Life by 16 Years Read More
WEATHERLY, PA — The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) has unveiled plans for an extensive upgrade project at Eckley Miners’ Village, a critical site commemorating Pennsylvania’s Anthracite mining heritage. …
Historic Transformation at Eckley Miners’ Village: New Coal Breaker to Preserve Mining Legacy Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is sending a loud and clear message to the mining industry—compliance isn’t optional when lives are at …
162 Violations, Lives on the Line—MSHA Cracks Down on Dangerous Mines with November Impact Inspections Read More HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is stepping up its reclamation efforts with an infusion of $19.6 million directed at repairing abandoned mine lands (AMLs) that have plagued communities and ecosystems for decades. …
Pennsylvania’s Mining Scars Are Healing—$19.6M Pushes Environmental Restoration Forward Read More