Mining Training Forms Get OMB Nod to Keep on Truckin'
Published Date: 1/29/2025
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Summary
The Office of Surface Mining wants to keep using a form that helps people sign up and get paid for their training courses. This affects anyone taking part in OSMRE’s National Technical Training, with no new costs or big changes. They’re just making sure the paperwork stays easy and approved on time!
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