⛏️Proposed Rule to Rescind Drilling Safety Requirements by MSHA
MSHA is proposing to rescind requirements for the maintenance of drill equipment and inspection of drilling areas before starting drilling operations at surface metal and nonmetal mines. Removing these provisions would not reduce protections afforded to miners because the requirements are duplicative and covered elsewhere in 30 CFR part 56.
Learn More⚒️MSHA Proposes Removal of Outdated Trolley Safety Regulations
MSHA is proposing to remove and revise provisions for metal and nonmental (MNM) mines and coal mines regarding the use of trolleys for transportation of mined ore, coal, material, and personnel. Trolleys are an outdated technology that have been replaced by more efficient belt conveyor haulage systems for transporting mined ore and coal. Diesel and battery-operated mobile equipment are now used to transport personnel and equipment. Trolleys are no longer used in MNM or coal mines and there is no anticipated future use of this legacy equipment in MNM and coal mines.
Learn More💡Proposed Rule to Remove Photometer Requirement in Mining Safety Regulations
MSHA proposes to revise title 30 of the Code of Federal Regulations (30 CFR) part 75 by removing requirements for methods in measuring luminous intensity with a photometer. Removing this provision would provide greater flexibility in measurement procedures while maintaining protection for miners.
Learn More🚧Proposed Rule on Aerial Tramways
MSHA proposes to revise title 30 of the Code of Federal Regulations (30 CFR) part 56 by removing duplicative requirements for aerial tramways. Removing these provisions would not reduce protections afforded to miners because they are unnecessary and duplicative of information elsewhere in 30 CFR part 56.
Learn More⚠️Proposed Rule for Foam Generator System Regulations in Coal Mines
MSHA is proposing to revise 30 CFR part 75 to remove outdated requirements regarding the installation of foam generator systems located in underground coal mines. Removal of this standard would not result in the reduction of safety protections for miners at these mines.
Learn More⚡Combined Notice of Filings by the Department of Energy (2025)
The Department of Energy announces a combined notice of electric corporate and rate filings, detailing significant applications and amendments submitted to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. The notice includes deadlines for public comment, ensuring stakeholder engagement and transparency in the regulatory process surrounding electric utilities.
Learn More🌊Amendments to Rename Gulf of Mexico to Gulf of America
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is amending its regulations that implement the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (OCSLA) to revise language reading "Gulf of Mexico" or the associated acronym "GOM" to read "Gulf of America" or the associated acronym "GOA." Executive Order 14172 directs agencies to make this change. This final rule ensures that these regulations comply with this order.
Learn More⚡Combined Notice of Filings Impacting Energy Sector Compliance
The Department of Energy's Combined Notice of Filings includes requests from various entities such as Southwestern Electric Power Company and Sierra BESS LLC for approvals concerning wind energy acquisition and self-certification of generator status. The filing aims to facilitate regulatory compliance within the electric utility sector, ensuring updated operations in alignment with federal requirements.
Learn More⚡Key Regulatory Filings Impacting Businesses in the Energy Sector
The Department of Energy's notice details various electric corporate, exempt wholesale generator, and rate filings. These filings include applications for authorization, self-certification statuses, and compliance amendments under the Federal Power Act, impacting stakeholders within the energy sector and outlining essential comment dates for public participation.
Learn More⚡New Reliability Standards for Inverter-Based Resources Impact Businesses
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved new Reliability Standards affecting inverter-based resources (IBRs) to enhance disturbance monitoring and reporting. The changes mandate generator owners to implement data collection mechanisms to ensure system reliability and facilitate compliance, impacting business operations within the electric power sector.
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