September 16, 2026

DOL Proposes Greater Flexibility For Black Lung Liability Insurance

By Lara Beaven
August 4, 2026 at 05:21 PM
The Labor Department (DOL) is proposing to provide greater flexibility in how certain coal mine operators must meet projected black lung liabilities, saying the current Biden-era insurance requirements are potentially detrimental to the coal industry.

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