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DOL/MSHA RIN: 1219-AB08 Publication ID: Fall 2001 
Title: Occupational Exposure to Coal Mine Dust (Lowering Concentration Limit) 
Abstract: MSHA is considering rulemaking to lower the respirable coal mine dust concentration limit because miners continue to be at risk of developing dust-induced occupational lung disease. 
Agency: Department of Labor(DOL)  Priority: Other Significant 
RIN Status: Previously published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Prerule Stage 
Major: No  Unfunded Mandates: No 
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 70    30 CFR 71    30 CFR 90   
Legal Authority: 30 USC 811   
Legal Deadline:  None
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
ANPRM  09/00/2002    
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No  Government Levels Affected: None 
Federalism: No 
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No 
Agency Contact:
Marvin W. Nichols Jr.
Director, Office of Standards
Department of Labor
Mine Safety and Health Administration
Room 2352, 1100 Wilson Boulevard, Room 2350,
Arlington, VA 22209
Phone:202 693-9440
Fax:202 693-9441
Email: nichols-marvin@dol.gov