MSHA Curbs Surprise Miner Training Changes – Fairer Digs Ahead!
Published Date: 7/1/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
MSHA is updating rules about miner training to stop District Managers from forcing unexpected changes to training programs. This makes the process clearer and fairer for miners and mine operators. The changes aim to save time and avoid surprise costs by sticking to proper rule-making steps.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Stops Surprise Training Mandates
MSHA proposes to remove rules that let District Managers force changes or additions to miner training programs without following formal rulemaking. If you are a miner or a mine operator, this aims to make training requirements clearer and fairer and to avoid surprise costs or extra time from sudden, undesignated demands. The agency says the current approach appears to violate the Appointments Clause and the Administrative Procedure Act by skipping notice-and-comment rulemaking.
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