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DOI/OSMRE RIN: 1029-AB78 Publication ID: Spring 1997 
Title: Coal Moisture 
Abstract: This rule adds specific criteria an operator must use in determining an excess moisture allowance claimed under 30 CFR 870.12. These criteria will codify technical guidance contained in AML Payer Letters issued since June 1988. The rule will identify acceptable methods and procedures for estimating total and inherent moisture contained in low rank coal. The criteria are based upon OSM experience and industry practices. 
Agency: Department of the Interior(DOI)  Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant 
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Stage 
Major: No  Unfunded Mandates: No 
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 870   
Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq   
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
NPRM  12/03/1996  61 FR 64220   
Final Action  11/00/1997    
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No  Government Levels Affected: None 
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No 
Agency Contact:
James K. Krawchyk
Chief, Division of Compliance Management
Department of the Interior
Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement
1951 Constitution Avenue NW,
Washington, DC 20240
Phone:412 921-2976
Email: jkrawchy@osmre.gov