Labor Dept Seeks Feedback on Mine Emergency Evacuation Data Rules

2026-16982, Wagner-Peyser Act Employment Service Staffing

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL or the Department) is removing the requirement that States use State merit staff to provide Wagner-Peyser Employment Service (ES) services. This final rule allows States to use the staffing model that provides the required services with the most efficient and cost-effective model for their State.

2026-15717, Ventilation Plan Approval Criteria

In response to a public request, the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is reopening the rulemaking record and is scheduling a virtual public hearing on the Agency's proposed rule published on July 1, 2025, titled, "Ventilation Plan Approval Criteria."

2026-15670, Roof Control Plan Approval Criteria

In response to a public request, the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is reopening the rulemaking record and is scheduling a virtual public hearing on the Agency's proposed rule published on July 1, 2025, titled, "Roof Control Plan Approval Criteria."

2026-15325, Black Lung Benefits Act: Authorization of Self-Insurers

The Department is proposing revisions to regulations under the Black Lung Benefits Act (BLBA or the Act) governing authorization of self-insurers. These rules will determine the process for coal mine operators to apply for authorization to self-insure, the requirements operators must meet to qualify to self-insure, the amount of security self-insured operators must provide, and the types of security accepted for operators to self-insure.

2026-14917, Electronic Disclosure by Group Health Plans Under ERISA

Group health plans can soon share important info online instead of paper, making it easier and cheaper for everyone. If this rule passes, plan administrators must notify members about electronic disclosures but still offer paper copies if requested. This change affects anyone in group health plans under ERISA and aims to save time and money starting after the rule is finalized.

2026-11140, Federal Independent Dispute Resolution Operations

Starting soon, health plans and insurers must share clearer info when they pay or deny surprise medical bills. They’ll use special codes to explain these decisions, especially when dealing with folks they don’t have contracts with. This helps patients and providers understand bills better and speeds up fixing disputes, with no extra costs for most people.

Previous: 2025-18774, Agency Information Collection Activities: Submission to OMB for Review and Approval; Public Comment Request; Initial and Reconciliation Application Forms To Report Graduate Medical Education Data and Full-Time Equivalent Residents Trained by Hospitals Participating in the Children's Hospitals Graduate Medical Education Payment Program; and FTE Resident Assessment Forms To Report FTE Residents Trained by Organizations Participating in the CHGME Payment Program and the Teaching Health Center Graduate Medical Education Program, OMB No. 0915-0247-Revision

Hospitals and health centers that train medical residents need to update and submit new forms about their training programs. These changes help make sure the government pays the right amount for graduate medical education. The Office of Management and Budget is reviewing these forms now, and the public has 30 days to share their thoughts before final approval.

Next: 2025-18776, Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request; Claim for Reimbursement of Benefit Payments and Claims Expense Under the War Hazards Compensation Act; Correction

The Department of Labor fixed a mistake in a previous notice about claiming reimbursements under the War Hazards Compensation Act. This update clears up confusion for anyone filing claims, making sure the right info is out there. No changes to deadlines or money, just a friendly correction to keep things smooth!