22 Jul 2025
⚒️MSHA Proposes Extended Comment Period for Miner Training Rule
Training and Retraining of Miners
Summary
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is extending the comment period on the proposed rule titled, "Training and Retraining of Miners," published in the Federal Register on July 1, 2025, with an established public comment period that is scheduled to end on July 31, 2025. MSHA is extending the comment period for an additional 30 days--from July 31, 2025, to September 2, 2025.
Agencies
- Labor Department
- Mine Safety and Health Administration
Business Impact
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The proposed rule regarding the "Training and Retraining of Miners" involves compliance with regulatory requirements set by the Mine Safety and Health Administration. The extension of the comment period allows businesses to prepare and submit comments related to miner training programs, which could impact operational standards and training costs.