Federal Register #1029-0030

Notice of Proposed Renewal of Information Collection for State Processes Designating Areas Unsuitable for Surface Coal Mining Operations

This notice from the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSM), under the Department of the Interior, announces a proposed renewal of an information collection related to state processes for designating areas unsuitable for surface coal mining operations. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Interior - Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSM) - Purpose: - Renewal of information collection under OMB Control Number 1029-0030 - Implements Section 522 of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act (SMCRA) - Allows citizens to petition states to designate or terminate designations of lands as unsuitable for surface coal mining - Use of Information: - Regulatory authorities use collected information to identify, locate, compare, and evaluate proposed areas - Maintains accurate records and verifies permit compliance - Supports environmental protection and public welfare - No OEMs, vendors, products, or purchase quantities are involved - This is a request for public comment, not a procurement of goods or services

Description

The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSM) is proposing to renew an information collection related to state processes for designating areas unsuitable for surface coal mining operations. This collection implements Section 522 of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA), allowing citizens to petition states to designate lands as unsuitable for surface coal mining or to terminate existing designations. The information collected helps regulatory authorities identify, evaluate, and maintain records of designated areas to ensure environmental protection and permit compliance. Comments on this information collection are invited until October 13, 2026.

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