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  • DOI has given the green light to Hurricane Creek Mining, LLC to mine coal on Bryson Mountain. This project will produce up to 1.8 million tons of coal over the next 10 years, strengthening America’s energy independence and creating local jobs. 

    Learn more about the mining permit approved in Claiborne County, Tennessee

  • The National Mine Map Repository partnered with the National Park Service in Western Pennsylvania and digitized over 1,100 original design boards from the Flight 93 National Memorial competition. Using advanced large-format scanners, NMMR is helping safeguard these historic tributes for future generations along with thousands of mine maps for dozens of commodities link coal, gold, and silver.

    Discover the technology behind the NMMR

  • DOI announced the availability of nearly $725 million in fiscal year 2025 funding to clean up abandoned coal mines and restore opportunity in America’s historic coal communities. 

    Visit the newsroom to learn more

  • OSMRE and BLM are seeking public comments on a proposed emergency federal coal lease and mining plan at the Falkirk Mine near Underwood in McLean County. Plan supports American Energy Dominance, economic revitalization.

    Visit the newsroom to read more

  • Behind every successful project is a dedicated team. OSMRE supports regulatory and reclamation programs across 33 states and 5 tribes. Our Western Region GIS Branch is part of the team that crafts custom tools and data to help get the job done. Want to know who’s supporting your community?

    Find your State and Tribal contacts here

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OSMRE News

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New Coal Mining Permit Approved in Tennessee to Boost America’s Energy Independence

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Interior Announces Nearly $725 Million to Reclaim Abandoned Coal Mines

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OSMRE Approves Modification to San Juan Mine Mining Plan

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