Montana Eases Mining Rules for Fast Small Maintenance Issue Fixes
Published Date: 8/4/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
Montana wants to update its mining rules to make it easier for operators to fix small maintenance issues quickly. This change comes after a new state law passed in 2025 and affects anyone involved in surface mining in Montana. The public can share their thoughts soon, and a hearing might happen if enough people ask for it.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Easier fixes for minor mine maintenance
Montana proposes a rule change (following Montana Senate Bill 368, 2025) to add a process that lets surface mining operators in Montana correct minor maintenance items more easily. This proposed change affects anyone involved in surface mining in Montana and is open for public comment, with a public hearing possible if requested.
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