Labor Dept. Extends Rules for Mining Operations Under Water
Published Date: 7/3/2025
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The Mine Safety and Health Administration wants to keep collecting info about mining under water and is asking miners and companies to share their thoughts. This helps make sure the paperwork isn’t too hard or expensive and that the questions make sense. If you’re involved in underwater mining, this affects you, and the agency is looking to extend the current rules without adding extra costs or time burdens.
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