HB 4326
Relating to authorizing the Office of Miners' Health, Safety, and Training to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the submission and approval of a comprehensive Mine Safety Program for coal mining operations in the state of West Virginia.
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill authorizes the Office of Miners’ Health, Safety, and Training in West Virginia to create a specific rule outlining the process for coal mining operations to submit and receive approval for comprehensive mine safety programs. The rule, detailed in 56 CSR 08, will govern how these programs are developed and assessed. This aims to standardize and improve mine safety practices across the state’s coal industry.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Office of Miners’ Health, Safety, and Training to create a rule.
- The rule will cover the submission and approval of comprehensive mine safety programs.
- The rule is specifically for coal mining operations in West Virginia.
- The rule is detailed in 56 CSR 08.
Who is affected
- Coal mining operations in West Virginia
- The Office of Miners’ Health, Safety, and Training
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Primary sponsor
D. Smith
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