Wyoming Regulatory Program Amendment
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The proposed amendment to the Wyoming coal program seeks to modify the regulatory framework under the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977. Specifically, it allows for new operational parameters to be considered in bond adjustment estimates, rather than requiring a full bond release. This adjustment aims to facilitate smoother operations in surface mining by acknowledging changes in reclamation costs associated with diminishing material volumes needed for reclamation efforts.
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Key Changes
- Introduction of 'operational parameters' for bond adjustment estimates.
- Clarification that certain circumstances will be categorized as bond adjustments instead of bond releases.
- Proposal made following approval from the Wyoming Environmental Quality Council and the Governor.
Obligations
What this law requires
Submit written comments on the Wyoming coal program amendment identified by SATS No. WY-052-FOR by 4:00 p.m. Mountain Time on May 11, 2026
Include agency name and docket number (OSM-2026-0001) in all submissions related to this rulemaking
Submit requests to speak at public hearing by 4:00 p.m. Mountain Time on April 24, 2026, if a hearing is held on May 4, 2026
Recognize bond adjustment requests for decreased volume of material required to reclaim final cut, pit, or void as bond adjustments rather than bond releases under WCWR 20-0006-12, Section 2(e)
Consider 'operational parameters' as factors that reduce estimated reclamation costs in bond adjustment estimates under WCWR 20-0006-12, Section 2(e)