Mine Safety HQ Moves to DC: Update Your Mailing Lists

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."

2026-10456, Department of Labor Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Annual Adjustments for 2026

Good news for businesses and workers: the Department of Labor won’t raise any fines or penalties in 2026 because the usual inflation data wasn’t available. This means all civil penalties stay the same starting May 27, 2026. So, no surprise cost hikes this year—just steady rules and steady fees!

2026-19837, Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Certification and Qualification To Examine, Test, Operate Hoists and Perform Other Duties

The Mine Safety and Health Administration wants to keep collecting info on certifying and qualifying people who operate hoists and do related tasks in mines. This helps keep miners safe by making sure only qualified folks handle this important equipment. They’re asking for public comments by November 30, 2026, and there’s no new cost or big changes—just a smooth extension of the current process.

2026-19266, Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Refuse Piles and Impoundment Structures

The Mine Safety and Health Administration wants to keep collecting info about refuse piles and impoundment structures to keep miners safe. They’re asking for public feedback by November 20, 2026, to make sure the paperwork isn’t too much trouble. This update won’t cost extra but helps keep safety rules clear and easy to follow for mining companies.

2026-15141, Proposed Extension of Information Collection: Safety Program for Surface Mobile Equipment

The Mine Safety and Health Administration wants to keep collecting info about safety programs for surface mobile equipment used in mines. This helps make sure workers stay safe while keeping paperwork easy and clear. If you’re involved with mining equipment, you can share your thoughts by September 25, 2026—no extra costs or big changes are planned right now.

Previous: 2026-03888, Air Plan Approval; Missouri; Reporting Emission Data, Emission Fees, and Process Information

The EPA just gave a thumbs-up to Missouri’s updated rules about reporting pollution data and paying emission fees from 2025 through 2028 and beyond. This update adds a new chemical to the hazardous list and tweaks some paperwork dates but won’t make the air dirtier or rules tougher. If you’re a Missouri business dealing with emissions, get ready for these changes starting March 30, 2026!

Next: 2026-03921, Revocation of the 30-Day Notification Requirement Prior To Termination of Lease for Nonpayment of Rent

Starting March 30, 2026, public housing agencies and owners of certain assisted properties no longer have to give tenants a 30-day heads-up before ending a lease for not paying rent. Instead, they’ll follow the old rules, which can be as short as 5 days depending on local laws. This change means quicker lease terminations and less paperwork for landlords, but tenants should watch their local rules closely!