Press Releases

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Surging demand for electricity is colliding with rapidly eroding grid reliability and projected power supply shortfalls driven by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) regulatory agenda, the National Mining Association (NMA) highlighted in a new white paper issued today.... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) announced that Denise C. Johnson, group president of Caterpillar Inc., will chair MINExpo INTERNATIONAL® 2024. Ms. Johnson, who first joined Caterpillar more than a decade ago, is a well-known leader in the industry and was the first woman to be... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The vast majority of Americans support an all-of-the-above-energy strategy that includes coal and are concerned that the rush to transition to renewable energy is going to sacrifice our ability to keep the lights on, according to new national polling released today by the National... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President and CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA) issued the following comment following the news that the Environmental Protection Agency would be exempting gas-fired plants from a new regulation that would require power plants in the United States to capture... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today testified at the Department of the Treasury among a diverse group of stakeholders calling for changes to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) interpretation of the 45x Advanced Manufacturing Production Credit. Congress’ original intent was... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today applauded a ruling from the Ninth Circuit vacating a prior, unprecedented ruling from the district court, which manufactured a nationwide injunction against federal coal leasing unless and until the Bureau of Land Management completed an... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today released the following statement on the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) decision to lower its final particulate matter (PM2.5) national ambient air quality standard (NAAQS) from 12 to 9 micrograms per cubic meter. “The EPA’s decision... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The USGS today released its annual Mineral Commodity Summaries report, which found the U.S. is reliant on imports for more than one-half of the U.S. apparent consumption for 49 nonfuel mineral commodities and 100 percent import dependent for 15 of them. Despite all the discussion of... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, President and CEO, urging support for the bipartisan Good Samaritan Remediation of Abandoned Hardrock Mines Act of 2023 (S. 2781), which is being considered at the Senate Environment and Public Works... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association’s (NMA) President and CEO Rich Nolan commented on guidance issued today by the Department of the Treasury on the "Section 45X Advanced Manufacturing Production Credit." “This guidance fails to uphold Congress’s intent to incentivize the secure and... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – National Mining Association (NMA) president and CEO Rich Nolan issued the following statement on the release of the North American Electric Reliability Corp.’s (NERC) 2023 Long-term Reliability Assessment. “NERC’s latest assessment shows that the nation’s grid reliability has never... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association submitted formal comments in advance of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s (FERC) Reliability Technical Conference, imploring the Commission to examine the cumulative impacts of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) rulemakings on... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association today joined leaders of more than 70 other trade groups representing diverse businesses across the economy in urging the Biden administration to maintain the existing National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for fine particulate matter (PM2.5).... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the National Mining Association (NMA) released the following statement from Rich Nolan on China's weaponization of the minerals supply chain. "For the second time in just four months, China is weaponizing the minerals supply chain while the U.S. domestic arsenal is virtually... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a ceremony in Washington, D.C., the National Mining Association (NMA), the U.S. National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and the U.S. Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) will today honor outstanding achievements in mine safety, technology... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, president and CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA), today issued the following statement in support of the Good Samaritan Remediation of Abandoned Hardrock Mines Act of 2023, which was introduced today by Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Jim Risch (R-Idaho)... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. –  The National Mining Association (NMA) today released the following statement from Rich Nolan, President and CEO, concerning the Interagency Working Group on mining’s, “Recommendations to Improve Mining on Public Lands.” “It’s clear that when it comes to the global minerals game,... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. –  The National Mining Association (NMA) issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, CEO and President, in support of this week’s proposed Surface Transportation Board (STB) rule designed to improve service among the nation’s Class 1 railroads. “The STB has listened to shippers’... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today released a statement from President & CEO Rich Nolan concerning the revised Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule. “Earlier this year, the U.S. Supreme Court provided an important check to the federal government’s jurisdiction over water... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources today is holding an oversight hearing titled, “Examining the Biden Administration’s Record on Federal Coal Leasing.” In addition to providing affordable, reliable power to the grid, since its inception, the federal coal leasing program... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President and CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA), today applauded the long-awaited approval of the U.S.-Chilean Tax Treaty. The treaty, first signed in February 2010, has been pending ever since. “Our industry has eagerly awaited today’s action for well more... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President & CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA), released the following statement on today’s hearing in the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee concerning grid reliability: “It was impossible to listen to the testimony this morning, including from... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rich Nolan, President and CEO of the National Mining Association, issued the following statement on the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Sackett vs. Environmental Protection Agency. “The Supreme Court today showed there are clear limits to the federal government’s reach when it... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, NMA President & CEO, responding to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation’s (NERC) 2023 Summer Reliability Assessment which finds that two-thirds of the country is at elevated risk... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President and CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA), will today testify before the Senate Energy & Natural Resources Committee in a hearing to examine opportunities for Congress to reform the permitting process for energy and mineral projects. In his testimony,... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) released the following statement on the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) widely publicized planned release of New Source Performance Standards for GHG Emissions from New, Modified and Reconstructed Fossil Fuel-Fired EGUs; Emissions Guidelines... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President & CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA), today issued the following statement in support of Sen. John Barrasso’s (R-Wyo.) Spur Permitting of Underdeveloped Resources (SPUR) Act and Sen. Shelly Moore Capito’s (R-W. Va.) Revitalizing the Economy by Simplifying... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President & CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA), released the following statement on today's testimony concerning energy reliability: "Testimony today from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee underscores... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, NMA President and CEO, applauding the House Passage of H.R. 1, the Lower Energy Costs Act, and urging the Senate to address permitting, domestic production and energy. “The House has delivered... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement on the cumulative effect of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) suite of regulations designed to force the closure of well-operating coal plants. “With each rule that targets well-operating coal plants... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President and CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA), will today testify before the House Committee on Natural Resources’ Energy and Mineral Resources Subcommittee. The legislative hearing will examine two NMA-supported bills of relevance to the mining industry: H.R.... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As President Joe Biden prepares to address the nation with his take on the State of the Union, new polling conducted by Maru Public Opinion for the National Mining Association (NMA) shows American priorities are aligned with those of the mining industry. “In considering the State... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The USGS today released its annual Mineral Commodity Summaries report, which found the U.S. is more import reliant than ever for the minerals needed by our manufacturing, technology, energy, transportation, infrastructure and defense sectors. In 2022, imports made up more than one-half... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President and CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA), issued the following statement on the Department of Interior’s Public Land Order withdrawing hundreds of thousands of acres of minerals-rich land in Minnesota. “It’s difficult to square the announcement of this... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President and CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA), today issued the following statement on Senator Joe Manchin's proposed legislation concerning electric vehicle tax credits. “We appreciate Senator Manchin’s commitment to ensuring that electric vehicle tax credits... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President and CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA), today issued the following statement on the potential for a rail service strike and its impact on U.S. mining and the supply chains supported by the industry. “A rail strike must be avoided, and we strongly... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a ceremony in Washington, D.C., the National Mining Association (NMA), the U.S. National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and the U.S. Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) will today honor outstanding achievements in mine safety and technology. Safety The... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President & CEO, National Mining Association (NMA), issued the following comment on President Joe Biden’s Friday speech, in which he said his administration will “be shutting (coal) plants down all across America." Nolan said, “President Biden’s comment on our nation’s... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, NMA President and CEO, in support of White House efforts to strengthen minerals supply chains. “Today’s announcement continues the steady drumbeat from this administration that we need to... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today launched a new visual brand identity reflective of the innovative and forward-looking role the U.S. mining industry plays in the modern economy. “The mining industry is essential to the U.S. economy and is at the tip of nearly every supply... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President and CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA), today issued the following statement in support of the “Good Samaritan Remediation of Abandoned Hardrock Mines Act of 2022,” which will be the subject of a Senate Environment and Public Works hearing today. “Today’s... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In September 2022, Mitchell J. Krebs was elected to lead the National Mining Association (NMA) Board of Directors as Chairman of the Board. Mr. Krebs is President, Chief Executive Officer and member of the Board of Coeur Mining Inc., a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing precious... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, NMA President and CEO, urging bipartisan support for much-needed permitting reform. “The hardrock mining industry has called for modernization of the nation’s broken permitting system for... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President and CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA), today issued the following statement on the potential for a rail service strike and its impact on U.S. mining and the supply chains supported by the industry. “We strongly encourage resolution. A rail strike... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, NMA President & CEO, on the coal moratorium ruling: "We will be appealing this ruling. This is a deeply disappointing decision with energy-driven inflation, energy affordability and energy... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, NMA President & CEO, applauding the Department of Energy (DOE) action to secure domestically-sourced uranium for a strategic reserve. “For far too long, our country has unnecessarily... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) issued the following statement today applauding the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in West Virginia v. Environmental Protection Agency. We are pleased to see the Court confirm that there are limits to the authority that administrative agencies... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today released polling that shows, in the face of rising warnings over rolling blackouts, nearly 8 in 10 voters – including a majority of Democrats, Republicans and Independents – want the U.S. government to take action to prevent premature closings... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President and CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA), today commented on the decision of the 9th Circuit District Court in Center For Biological Diversity v. USFWS, concerning the proposed Rosemont Mine in Arizona. “We continue to believe that the District Court’s... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President and CEO of the National Mining Association, today released the following statement on the White House's directive to use the Defense Production Act to support battery mineral production: “While today’s action is limited in scope, the signal it sends to the... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President and CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA), today commented on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee’s favorable vote to move the U.S.-Chilean Tax Treaty to the full Senate for consideration. The treaty, first signed in February 2010, has been pending ever... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President and CEO of the National Mining Association, today released the following statement on Senator John Barrasso's (R-Wyo.) legislation banning Russian uranium imports: “Our uranium import dependence is a case study in how our vital domestic minerals supply chains... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today recognized Wyodak Resources Development Corporation for achieving CORESafety® certification at its Wyodak Mine, located near Gillette, Wyo. The Wyodak Mine is a subsidiary of Black Hills Corp. In operation since 1922, Wyodak Resources... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Rich Nolan issued this statement following an announcement from the White House banning imports of Russian oil, natural gas and coal to the United States. “Our hearts are with the Ukrainian people, and we fully support this important... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rich Nolan, president & CEO of the National Mining Association, issued the following statement responding to the Department of Defense’s (DOD) State of Competition within the Defense Industrial Base report and its call-to-action for domestic mineral supply chains: "The... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President and CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA), today issued the following statement in support of the “Good Samaritan Remediation of Abandoned Hardrock Mines Act of 2022,” which was introduced today by Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Jim Risch (R-Idaho)... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association released the following statement on the recent mineral leases withdrawal from Twin Metals: "The administration’s decision to withdrawal Twin Metals’ mineral leases – long held leases that were first issued more than five decades ago – contradicts... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rich Nolan, president & CEO of the National Mining Association, released this statement concerning the anniversary of January 6: "This week we mark the anniversary of January 6, and remember those who bravely worked to restore order at the Capitol one year ago. My hope... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, NMA President & CEO, responding to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation’s (NERC) 2021 Long-Term Reliability Assessment. The Assessment underscores that the rapid remaking of the... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) issued the following statement today applauding the Supreme Court’s decision to grant writs of certiorari in litigation related to the decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (D.C. Circuit) to vacate the Affordable... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, NMA President and CEO, responding to the various egregious anti-mining provisions included in the House Reconciliation package that was posted today. Rich Nolan, NMA President and CEO: “While... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement on the federal government’s action to initiate a mineral withdrawal study of more than 220,000 acres of land in Minnesota. Any limits on mining on public lands should be examined very closely – particularly... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. –  The National Mining Association (NMA) is celebrating the completion of its successful MINExpo INTERNATIONAL® 2021, which was held in-person last month in Las Vegas and welcomed more than 22,000 participants from 79 countries, with more than 1,400 exhibitors utilizing 650,000+ square... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Katie Sweeney, Executive Vice President and General Counsel of the National Mining Association (NMA), testified today before the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee in a hearing examining potential updates to the Mining Law of 1872. Excerpts from her testimony are included... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) issued the following statement on today’s Senate Committee on Natural Resources Full Committee Hearing to Review Administration of Laws Within the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s (FERC's) Jurisdiction. During the hearing FERC commissioners... Read More

LAS VEGAS – The National Mining Association (NMA) will gather today at MINExpo INTERNATIONAL® 2021 to honor outstanding achievements in mine safety and technology. Safety The NMA’s Sentinels of Safety Award recognizes coal and mineral mining operations in 10 categories for recording the most... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Seventy-two percent of Americans are concerned that the speed of the transition to variable sources of power is coming at the cost of grid reliability, according to new polling conducted by Morning Consult for the National Mining Association (NMA). The poll also found that, within... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As policymakers hammer out the details of a final infrastructure deal, new polling released by the National Mining Association (NMA) finds that 84 percent of Americans feel it is important that the raw materials required for our nation’s bridges, roads, water and energy systems are... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today announced featured speakers for the opening session of MINExpo INTERNATIONAL® 2021, the largest mining show of its kind, which will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center from September 13-15, 2021. Leaders in the mining industry will... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, NMA President and CEO, on the White House’s release of its summary of the 100-Day reviews under Executive Order 14017, titled, “Building Resilient Supply Chains, Revitalizing American Manufacturing,... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA), sponsor of MINExpo INTERNATIONAL® 2021, the world’s largest mining show of its kind, announced today that attendee and media registration is open for this fall’s in-person show, which takes place in Las Vegas from September 13-15, 2021. Originally... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today applauded the passage out of Committee of the bipartisan Endless Frontier Act, which acknowledges the important role that domestic minerals mining plays in U.S. national security and economic competitiveness. “Virtually every supply chain... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today applauded the "Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation Fee Reauthorization Act," introduced by Wyoming Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis, which would reauthorize the fee for seven years, ensuring a steady source of revenue for cleanup activities... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – New analysis from the International Energy Agency (IEA) acknowledges the wide range of minerals needed for future energy technologies, and concludes that mineral supply constraints could jeopardize the deployment and increase the cost of key energy technologies needed to tackle climate... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today applauded the "Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation Fee Reauthorization Act", introduced by Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.), which would reauthorize the Abandoned Mine Land (AML) fee while instituting key reforms to the program to increase accountability. “When... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today released the following statement on President Joe Biden’s infrastructure and jobs plan. “As Congress begins to address the President’s plan, any infrastructure push aimed at bringing stability and growth to our economy and strengthening... Read More

WASHINGTON - The National Mining Association (NMA) today released polling that shows seven in 10 voters – including a majority of Democrats, Republicans and Independents – support maintaining baseload, on-demand power plants, such as coal plants, to support the reliable supply of electricity. The polling... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today released new polling showing that the vast majority of voters – including a majority of Democrats, Republicans and Independents – want to see the Biden administration and Congress support domestic mining projects to create jobs, secure our... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement on the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) direction to the Forest Service to withdraw the Notice of Availability and rescind the Final Environmental Impact Statement and draft Record of Decision on the... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association today issued the following statement on the bipartisan passage of Rep. John Curtis’s (R-UT) amendment to the Protecting America's Wilderness and Public Lands Act.  The amendment passage ensures that a review must be done of the valuable mineral resources... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today applauded President Joe Biden’s Executive Order on America’s Supply Chains which contains directives that are specific to our domestic minerals supply chains and recognize the key role that minerals play in securing the availability of critical... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement opposing legislation introduced by Rep. Raul Grijalva (D-AZ), the “Grand Canyon Protection Act” H.R. 1052, which will be brought to the floor this week as part of the public lands package. The bill would unnecessarily... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, President and CEO, on next week's Inauguration Day. “For more than 200 years, our nation has gathered peacefully on Inauguration Day under the leadership of thoughtful elected officials to... Read More

January 6, 2021, 4:40 p.m. Eastern The violence at the U.S. Capitol today is appalling and has no place in America. All of us the National Mining Association support the Members of Congress and their staff, the journalists, the Capitol Police and law enforcement who are bravely working to restore... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Rich Nolan in support of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's draft guidance clarifying wastewater permit requirements under the Maui decision: “EPA’s draft guidance is an important... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Rich Nolan in support of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Cost-Benefit Rule: “Today’s rule will greatly improve cost-benefit analysis in the rulemaking process. In the past,... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Rich Nolan in support of the Water Resources Development Act: “The mining industry strongly supports the bipartisan work in the House and the Senate to pass the Water Resources Development... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today released the following statement from its president and CEO, Rich Nolan, regarding Rep. David McKinley’s (WV) Accelerating Carbon Capture and Extending Secure Storage through 45Q (ACCESS 45Q) Act. “There is a consensus among international... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today applauded revisions proposed by the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) to update its 30 CFR Part 18 standards governing permissibility testing for electric motor-driven mine equipment and accessories. “The industry has long advocated... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Rich Nolan issued the following statement on the results of the 2020 election. “The mining industry looks forward to working with President-elect Biden and Vice President-elect Harris to help drive America’s post-pandemic economic... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President and CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA), today issued the following statement on the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement’s (OSM) revisions to ten-day notice (TDN) regulations under the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act (SMCRA): “Today’s... Read More

WASHINGTON D.C. - In a victory for the mining industry, today the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia issued a long-awaited decision in Earthworks vs. Department of Interior (DOI) that reaffirms important rights of miners to explore and operate on federal lands pursuant to the Mining Law;... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, President and CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA), released the following statement concerning the passing of Mr. Robert E. Murray: “Bob Murray was a force in the mining industry whose dedication to coal was unrivaled. All who knew him would agree - there was... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA), the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) and the U.S. National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), this month are honoring outstanding achievements in mine safety, environmental... Read More

WASHINGTON D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement from its president and CEO Rich Nolan applauding the release by President Trump of his executive order on minerals and minerals mining: “For far too long, our minerals import reliance has been a silent, growing... Read More

WASHINGTON D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement from its president and CEO Rich Nolan applauding the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) revised regulations governing technology-based effluent limitations guidelines and standards (ELGs) for the electric... Read More

WASHINGTON D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today recognized Usibelli Coal Mine (UCM) for its CORESafety® certification. CORESafety is the NMA initiative with the objective of zero fatalities and a 50 percent reduction in mining’s injury rate within five years. Usibelli joins 10 other companies... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Eighty-five percent of Americans say they are concerned about rising electricity rates, according to new polling conducted by Morning Consult for the National Mining Association (NMA). This comes on the back of recent polling that found that more than half of Americans are unwilling... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Rich Nolan in support of the Water Resources Development Act: “The mining industry strongly supports the enactment of a new Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) and appreciates the... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Fifty-six percent of Americans say they are unwilling to pay more in their electricity bills to support energy and climate plans that have been debated in the presidential race. The polling, conducted by Morning Consult for the National Mining Association (NMA), also found that nearly... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Rich Nolan praising the inclusion of minerals permitting reform language in the Health, Economic Assistance, Liability Protection, and Schools (HEALS) Act. Modernizing the federal permitting... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today applauded the timely and much-needed reform to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) governing regulations. The mining industry takes extraordinary steps to protect the environment, the communities in which it operates and its workforce... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today offered its support for Senator John Barrasso’s (R-Wy.) “Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation Fee Reauthorization Act of 2020.” Although the Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) fee was set to expire in 2021, while extending the fee, this new compromise... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, NMA President & CEO, following the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) release of a much-anticipated proposed rule to improve the agency’s process for evaluating costs and benefits... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, NMA President & CEO, following the President's announcement of the "Utilizing Emergency Authorities to Facilitate Infrastructure Improvements and Other Activities to Support the Nation's... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, NMA President & CEO, following the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) announcement updating regulations on Water Quality Certification. “We hope that EPA’s action today will... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Rich Nolan praising the introduction of the “American Critical Mineral Exploration and Innovation Act,” which includes modernization of the federal permitting systems to improve access... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The COVID-19 pandemic has increased American voter concerns about the security of our domestic supply chain, and about voters’ own household bills, according to polling conducted by Morning Consult for the National Mining Association (NMA). “Whether providing the raw materials for... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA), the MINExpo INTERNATIONAL® 2020 sponsor, announced today that it is postponing MINExpo INTERNATIONAL® 2020 until September 2021. Because NMA’s highest priority is the health, wellbeing and safety of exhibitors, attendees, stakeholders and their... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today applauded recommendations from the Nuclear Fuel Working Group, which included important steps to restore American nuclear energy leadership. “Energy security and national security concerns have been repeatedly raised around our staggering... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today applauded the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) announcement on the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) revised Supplemental Finding and Residual Risk and Technology Review final rule. The agency’s action rights a longstanding... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association today applauded the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its new mining sector snapshot, which provides the public with a platform to increase understanding of the environmental performance and economic contributions of the metal and coal mining... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rich Nolan, National Mining Association President and CEO, issued the following statement upon being named to President Donald Trump’s Great American Economic Revival Industry Groups. “We appreciate President Trump’s leadership during this unprecedented time of crisis and for proactively... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today applauded the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for reiterating that mining is explicitly included in its list of 16 critical infrastructure sectors that should maintain their work schedules to help the response to the coronavirus outbreak.... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) yesterday recognized Larry Perino with the NMA Lifetime Environmental Achievement Award. The NMA Lifetime Environmental Achievement Award recognizes outstanding contributions and excellence in environmental reclamation and stewardship that illustrate... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) applauded the Senate's "American Energy Innovation Act," introduced today, which includes important steps to address the nation’s alarming mineral import reliance and to increase the nation’s development and deployment of essential carbon capture... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, NMA President & CEO, applauding the Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for concluding its final environmental assessment and finding no significant impact that... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, NMA President & CEO, applauding the Trump administration’s proposal to create a uranium reserve. “Legitimate energy security and national security concerns have been repeatedly raised... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the president prepares to deliver his third State of the Union address, U.S. voters want to see government action on a number of issues key to the mining industry – from reducing the nation’s alarming mineral import reliance by encouraging domestic mining to leading in developing... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, NMA President & CEO, applauding the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) finalization of the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule, which brings an appropriate balance between state... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, NMA President & CEO, applauding the passage of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA): “Ensuring secure and reliable supply chains across our shared borders is critical to... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today applauded the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council’s vote to include mining under projects covered by the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act (FAST-41). “Today’s vote highlights that rebuilding the nation’s transit systems,... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today applauded the Council on Environmental Quality’s (CEQ) long-awaited proposed changes to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) governing regulations. “The mining industry is all too familiar with the project delays and escalating costs... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, NMA President & CEO, responding to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s (FERC) decision to expand PJM’s Minimum Offer Price Rule (MOPR). “Competitive electricity markets have been... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today announced that Jeffrey Dawes of Komatsu will chair MINExpo INTERNATIONAL® 2020. A longtime leader within Komatsu and the industry, Mr. Dawes is VP of Komatsu’s Global Mining Business Division, and President and CEO of Milwaukee, WI-based... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today issued the following statement from Rich Nolan, NMA President & CEO, applauding the announced deal to proceed with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). “The U.S. mining industry exports more than $40 billion in metals,... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) this week is recognizing National Miners Day with new polling that highlights the importance of mining to everyday life. National Miners day, December 6, was established to acknowledge the contributions and sacrifices of our nation’s miners. “National... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today announced that Katie Sweeney has been named Executive Vice President and General Counsel.  Ms. Sweeney was formerly Senior Vice President and General Counsel. “Katie has been central to many of NMA’s successes over the past three decades.... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Rich Nolan issued this statement following the introduction of the “Growing American Innovation Now (GAIN) Act” by Sen. John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) to bring commonsense reform to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) New Source... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Against the backdrop of trade tensions, ongoing concerns from Americans about where we get our minerals, and growing import reliance for the minerals needed for the U.S. manufacturing, energy and defense supply chains, House Natural Resources Committee Chairman Raul Grijalva is driving... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. — National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Rich Nolan issued this statement following today’s Senate vote rejecting an attack on the Affordable Clean Energy (ACE) rule: “The U.S. mining industry applauds those Senators who stood by this thoughtful, legally-sound rule and... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA), the U.S. National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), U.S. Department of the Interior’s Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) and Bureau of Land Management (BLM), will gather next week to honor outstanding... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) welcomes a ruling from the U.S. District Court for the District of Wyoming providing a preliminary injunction halting compliance with the deeply flawed Obama-era coal valuation rule. “The prior administration’s rule was fundamentally unworkable.... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today recognized CONSOL Energy Inc. for becoming certified under its CORESafety® initiative. CONSOL is the 10th mining company to be fully certified utilizing the framework, which aims for zero fatalities and a 50 percent reduction in rate of injuries... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today announced that Rich Nolan has been elected the Association’s new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), following a detailed search process led by a Search Committee comprised of members of the Association’s Board of Directors’ Executive... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued this statement following today’s action from the Environmental Protection Agency repealing the 2015 Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule: “Today’s repeal turns the page on a deeply problematic regulation that... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today welcomed the revisions to the Endangered Species Act (ESA) set forth by the Fish and Wildlife Service and NOAA Fisheries. “These revisions are a step in the right direction to restore the law to its intended purpose: advancing species... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today welcomed the decision from the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit rejecting environmental groups’ challenge to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proper decision that new, duplicative financial... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Hal Quinn, National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO, will today testify on the importance of the federal coal leasing program – a program that provides hundreds of millions of dollars of federal, state and local revenue per year, while providing a low cost, reliable source... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today applauded the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Affordable Clean Energy (ACE) rule, which offers a legal framework to advance the nation’s environmental protections while preserving the rightful authority of the states to manage their... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today applauded the recommendations of a new U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) report which aim to ensure a reliable supply of minerals in the U.S. The report is the culmination of months of collaborative work with various U.S. agencies in response... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued this statement following the ruling by the United States District Court Southern District of Texas Galveston Division that the 2015 Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule was unlawful: “This ruling affirms the... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As Congress considers changes to the General Mining Law – changes that would only increase the burden on U.S. mining, making it less competitive on the global stage – most Americans are concerned about our increasing reliance on imports for minerals that are vital to our manufacturing,... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today applauded legislation introduced by Rep. Mark Amodei (R-Nev.) – “National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act” – which would make key mine permitting systems more efficient. “This bill provides an important step forward in reducing... Read More

The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn praising the introduction of the American Minerals Security Act, which includes modernization of the federal permitting systems to improve access to minerals critical for defense readiness, energy,... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Hal Quinn, National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO, issued the following statement today in response to a federal district court ruling requiring National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review before discontinuing a voluntary programmatic environmental analysis. “This... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Hal Quinn, President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Mining Association (NMA), today announced that he will be retiring at the end of 2019. Quinn has served as president and chief executive officer for 11 years – the longest-tenured head of the organization – and another... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposal to amend the 2015 New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for new coal-fired power plants is an important return to a sound and lawful standard that clears the way for the utilization of advanced technologies that reduce emissions... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the president prepares to deliver his second State of the Union address, U.S. voters want to see government action on a number of issues key to the mining industry – from encouraging domestic mining to prioritizing investment in advanced coal technologies – according to polling... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. could deliver both the fuel diversity and emissions reductions voters want by embracing innovation and encouraging the adoption of advanced coal technologies, the National Mining Association (NMA) highlighted in a new report conducted by Wood Mackenzie and national polling... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced it will reassess the punitive and unbalanced Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS), the National Mining Association (NMA) said today. “We welcome the agency’s proposal to revisit what stands as perhaps the largest regulatory... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers’ (Corps) proposed definition of “waters of the U.S.” (WOTUS) provides long-overdue clarity regarding the scope of federal Clean Water Act jurisdiction, and restores the appropriate balance between state and federal... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Hal Quinn, National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO issued the following statement today in support of the “Good Samaritan Remediation of Orphan Hardrock Mines Act of 2018,” which was introduced today by Senator Cory Gardner (R-Colo.) and Congressman Scott Tipton (R-Colo.): “Today’s... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today recognized Prairie State Generating Company’s (PSGC) Lively Grove Mine for receiving independent certification under its CORESafety® system. PSGC joins eight other companies that have had operations independently certified under NMA’s signature... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed revised New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for greenhouse gas emissions provide a path forward for commercially viable, advanced coal technology to reduce emissions and support a diverse, reliable and affordable electricity... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) and the Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration Inc. (SME) today issued a joint statement on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) announcement that it has voted to adopt amendments to modernize the property disclosure requirements... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Affordable Clean Energy (ACE) rule is a “welcome return to the rule of law and to the proper balance between state and federal authority under the Constitution and the Clean Air Act (CAA),” the National Mining Association (NMA) said in comments... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) released the following statement from Hal Quinn, President and CEO, regarding today’s announcement concerning the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) withdrawal of 40 CFR Part 192: Proposed Rulemaking. "EPA’s action finalizes the withdrawal... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The design of the nation’s largest wholesale electricity market is contributing to the loss of fuel-secure electricity resources, while encouraging reliance on pipeline-dependent and intermittent resources, the National Mining Association (NMA) said in comments submitted to the Federal... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA), the U.S. National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), U.S. Department of the Interior’s Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) and Bureau of Land Management (BLM), will gather this week to honor outstanding... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Hal Quinn, President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Mining Association (NMA), issued the following statement in response to the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) proposed replacement rule. “Through the replacement rule, the EPA has returned to a lawful framework... Read More

Case Study of At-Risk Plants Finds Cost to Consumers of Premature Coal Plant Retirements is 15 Times More Than The Cost of Supporting Continued Plant Operations WASHINGTON, D.C. – The cost to consumers of premature retirements of coal vastly outweighs the cost of supporting continued operations, according... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the U.S. becomes increasingly import-reliant for the minerals needed for military equipment and technologies, 62 percent of voters support U.S. government action to encourage the use of domestically-mined minerals and decrease reliance on foreign-imported minerals, according to... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the debate continues over potential government action to prevent further retirements of coal and nuclear power plants, a new poll conducted by Morning Consult for the National Mining Association (NMA) found that most Americans – 55 percent – believe the U.S. government should support... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Government Accountability Office’s (GAO) report on the Black Lung Disability Trust Fund is notable in what it consciously omits, rather than what it actually says. Revenues from the coal tax are more than sufficient to fund benefits payments and the administration of the fund –... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today praised the U.S. House of Representatives for passing an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), proposed by Rep. Mark Amodei (R-Nev.), that recognizes that the defense supply chain begins with ready access to the minerals... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today called on the U.S. House of Representatives to support an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), proposed by Rep. Mark Amodei (R-Nev.), which recognizes that the defense supply chain begins with ready access to minerals... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today filed an amicus brief supporting Lighthouse Resources, Inc.’s challenge to the State of Washington’s denial of permits required to build the Millennium Bulk Terminal. Lighthouse’s suit charges that efforts by Washington state Governor Jay... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today applauded Sen. Rand Paul’s (R-Ky.) introduction of S. 2760 and S. 2761 which would amend the Clean Air Act to encourage power plants to make upgrades that would make them more efficient, environmentally friendly and reliable. “These bills... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Clean Power Plan (CPP) is an enormously costly, agenda-driven regulation devoid of any congressional authorization or meaningful environmental benefit and must be repealed, advised the National Mining Association (NMA) today in comments to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the U.S. supply chain becomes increasingly import-reliant for vital raw materials – minerals such as copper, silver, zinc and lithium – 57 percent of voters believe U.S. regulations and laws should be reformed to encourage more domestic mining, according to a poll conducted by Morning... Read More

American Voters Support Upgrading U.S. Coal and Nuclear Power Plants; 73 percent believe U.S. Investment in High Efficiency Low Emission Plants Should Be a Priority WASHINGTON, D.C. – A majority of U.S. voters – 55 percent – believe the U.S. government should take action to upgrade the aging coal... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today recognized Kinross Gold Corporation for receiving independent certification under its CORESafety® system. Kinross, one of the leading gold mining companies in the world, is the eighth NMA member company to complete each step of this process. “We... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today issued the following statement in support of “The Electricity Reliability and Fuel Security Act,” sponsored by Rep. Larry Bucshon (R-Ind.). The bill, a response to threats to the resiliency of the nation’s power grid... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn applauding the House Natural Resources Committee’s 21-16 passage of Rep. Mark Amodei’s (R-Nev.) “National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act”: “Congressman Amodei’s... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today urged the administration to broaden the scope of its efforts to implement the recently-issued Executive Order (EO), “A Federal Strategy to Ensure Secure and Reliable Supplies of Critical Minerals.” The EO, issued Dec. 20, 2017, raised... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn offered the following comment on today’s House Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources’ hearing on Rep. Mark Amodei’s (R-Nev.) “National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act” (H.R. 520): “With increasing... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – With President Trump’s first State of the Union address expected to outline plans for rebuilding America’s fractured infrastructure, the National Mining Association (NMA) today emphasized the U.S. mining industry’s inextricable role in infrastructure. “While plans are underway to... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today welcomed the Supreme Court’s ruling on the 509(b) Clean Water Act jurisdictional dispute. “Today’s unanimous Supreme Court decision provides much needed clarity and affirms our longstanding position that the Clean Water Act empowers the... Read More

“Today’s disappointing lack of action from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) follows a week in which the value of coal to Americans could not have been more clearly illustrated. “With a surge in demand, coal was the leading electricity supplier in many of the markets subjected to the... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today announced that companies participating in its CORESafety® system closed 2017 with zero fatalities. “The CORESafety® framework is designed to drive continuous improvement in mining safety performance was born out of an industry desire to... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The administration this week highlighted the strategic importance of minerals mining to the United States, issuing an Executive Order titled, “A Federal Strategy to Ensure Secure and Reliable Supplies of Critical Minerals.” “It is encouraging to see the administration identifying... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In testimony today before House and Senate natural resources committees, the National Mining Association (NMA) General Counsel Katie Sweeney and Hecla Mining Company Vice President of External Affairs Luke Russell reminded members of Congress that domestic metals and minerals are not... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today welcomed the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) decision that new, duplicative financial responsibility requirements for the hardrock mining industry are unnecessary. Today’s decision stems from environmental group litigation seeking... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) president and CEO Hal Quinn today issued the following statement urging Senate passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: "America's mining industry urges the Senate to pass the tax bill to stimulate economic growth and job creation. U.S. mining faces one of the highest... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Officials of the National Mining Association (NMA), the U.S. National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), the U.S Department of the Interior’s Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE), and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), gathered today to honor... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) this week closed its comment period on a proposal from the Department of Energy (DOE) that FERC take swift action to address threats to baseload power provided by coal and nuclear, 51 percent of Americans agree with the premise of... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today issued this statement following reports of the administration’s plans to repeal the Clean Power Plan: “As reported, Administrator Pruitt will signal a decisive break with past policies that have used regulation of doubtful legality... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of Interior announcement that it will not proceed with a proposed mining ban covering 10 million acres in Western states: “Today’s action shows the importance of fact-based... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement in response to U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry’s proposed rule submitted today to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) urging prompt action to safeguard the resiliency and reliability of our nation’s... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today recognized Freeport-McMoRan’s achievement of independent certification under its CORESafety® system. Freeport-McMoRan joins six other companies in receiving independent certification under NMA’s signature safety initiative. “We congratulate... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement in response to Senate reintroduction of the latest version of the "Hardrock Mining and Reclamation Act": “The recently re-introduced ‘Hardrock Mining and Reclamation Act’ will lock-in and accelerate America’s... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Eighty-five percent of American voters agree that the U.S. should act to protect the diversity of its energy grid to minimize potential impacts from natural disasters like the devastating hurricanes that have struck the U.S. and the Caribbean in the past several weeks, according to... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today hailed a new report documenting the value of coal for ensuring the reliability and resiliency of the national power grid. The report, “The Contribution of the Coal Fleet to America’s Electricity Grid,” was prepared by PA Consulting Group... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association’s (NMA) president and CEO Hal Quinn comments on today’s release of the Department of Energy’s “Staff Report on Electricity Markets and Reliability” that assesses the resilience of the nation’s electric grid: “The National Mining Association applauds... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today recognized Dyno Nobel’s achievement of independent certification under its CORESafety® system. Dyno Nobel Inc., a global manufacturer of explosives, is the first non-mining company to receive independent certification under NMA’s signature... Read More

More than Two in Three Voters Support Streamlining the Mine Permitting Process to Increase Availability of the Domestic Minerals Required to Support Infrastructure Rebuilding Efforts WASHINGTON, D.C. – Eighty-six percent of voters are concerned about the state of American infrastructure, according... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today recognized Coeur Mining, Inc. for receiving independent certification under its CORESafety® system. “NMA congratulates Coeur Mining on this noteworthy achievement,” said Hal Quinn, president and CEO of NMA. “Coeur has proven it is fully... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposal to impose new financial responsibility requirements on the hardrock mining and mineral processing industry is wholly without merit, claimed the National Mining Association (NMA) today in voluminous comments filed with the agency.... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. mining industry applauded the administration’s bold emphasis on creating a robust market for all sources of domestic energy that the president highlighted in his energy speech today. “A strong energy industry is a goal that will benefit all Americans and is achievable without... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As Energy Week comes to a close and Fourth of July approaches, new polling conducted for the National Mining Association (NMA) shows strong support for policies that encourage the use of domestic coal and mineral resources to reduce reliance on imports and strengthen national security. Energy... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued this statement following today’s announcement of the Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers’ proposal to repeal the 2015 Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule and recodify the definition of... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today applauded the decision by Interior Secretary Zinke to review federal land use plans and their potential for blocking multiple-use management required by federal law: “Secretary Zinke made a responsible decision... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) president and CEO Hal Quinn commented today on the importance of permit reform to President Trump’s infrastructure initiative: “President Trump’s welcome initiative to rebuild America’s declining infrastructure is poised to spur activity and... Read More

AML management is equally inefficient and ineffective WASHINGTON, D.C. – The chief executive of the national trade association representing the U.S. coal industry today told a congressional panel that the federal program funded by the coal industry to help clean up old abandoned coal mines has been... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today recognized Newmont Mining Corporation for receiving independent certification under its CORESafety® system. “We congratulate Newmont on this noteworthy achievement and want to recognize and thank Gary Goldberg for his role in the development... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The vast majority of American voters are unaware of the environmental and technological advancements of today’s mining industry according to new polling, suggesting mining’s legacy skews perceptions. A new poll by Morning Consult for the National Mining Association (NMA) shows less... Read More

Washington, D.C. - The National Mining Association (NMA) today applauded the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) issuance of an administrative stay, delaying implementation of the final 2015 Effluent Limitations Guidelines (ELG) rule for steam electric plants pending the agency’s review. An... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – National Mining Association (NMA) president and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement regarding EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt’s visit today at the Harvey Mine and training complex in Pennsylvania: “It’s encouraging to hear a senior government official recognize the contribution... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today applauded President Trump’s executive order on the costly Clean Power Plan (CPP) and the Department of the Interior moratorium on federal coal leasing. The order begins the process to unwind the CPP, the Obama administration’s signature... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn offered the following comment on today’s Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources’ examination of U.S. import dependence for minerals: “With increasing calls to support U.S. businesses and manufacturing, a natural... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) applauded the President for signing the congressional joint resolution of disapproval that overturns the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Planning 2.0 Rule. The final rule, published on Dec. 12, 2016, was subject to a successful resolution... Read More

Washington, D.C. –  As the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee and the House Natural Resources subcommittee gear up for hearings this week on improving American infrastructure projects, new polling conducted for the National Mining Association (NMA) shows strong support for policies that enable... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C.– National Mining Association (NMA) president and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement after Rep. Ryan Zinke (R-Mont.) was confirmed to be the nation’s next Secretary of the Interior: “Our congratulations go to Secretary Zinke on his confirmation as Secretary of the Interior. “His... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – National Mining Association (NMA) president and CEO Hal Quinn issued this statement applauding President Trump’s speech last night to a joint session of Congress: “America’s miners applaud the president for his steadfast support for policies that stimulate economic opportunity,... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued this statement following President Trump’s signature of an executive order beginning the process of unwinding the Obama administration's controversial Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule. The WOTUS rule expands federal... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – National Mining Association (NMA) president and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement on the Senate vote to confirm former Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt as administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): “The mining community welcomes Mr. Pruitt to Washington... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued this statement today following President Trump’s signing of the congressional resolution of disapproval that overturns the stream rule: “By signing legislation Congress recently passed to overturn the stream rule,... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – With the prospect growing of a major infrastructure build out and renewed emphasis on domestic manufacturing, America’s dependence on imported minerals and metals required for new roads, bridges and the full spectrum of consumer goods is at record levels, according to the U.S. Geological... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA)’s Count on Coal coalition today announced the launch of its Congressional Scorecard for the 115th Congress, tracking key votes on coal-related issues.  One “key” vote expected in the coming weeks will be a resolution of disapproval under the Congressional... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the new administration assumes power this week and the 115th Congress gets to work, new polling conducted for the National Mining Association (NMA) shows how swift action on mining industry concerns can also address voter concerns. Thirty-three percent of voters see job creation/the... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement on the introduction today of the "National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act of 2017" by Sen. Dean Heller (R-Nev.) in partnership with Rep. Mark Amodei (R-Nev.): "The U.S. mining industry applauds... Read More

Washington, D.C. – Today, days before leaving office, the Obama administration has once again advocated policies designed solely to destroy America’s coal industry in the face of a political referendum favoring good jobs and affordable energy. Instead of the open and honest conversation promised by the... Read More

Washington, D.C. – 2016 marks the safest year ever for American miners. Together, coal mines and metal/non-metal mines last year recorded the lowest fatality and injury rates in the history of U.S. mining – a sign of continuous improvement for an industry that saw a record low the previous year. The... Read More

Washington, D.C.—The National Mining Association (NMA) today recognized Cloud Peak Energy for receiving independent certification under its CORESafety® system. The CORESafety framework is a mining safety and health program that emphasizes accident prevention using a risk-based management system,... Read More

Trade group seeks prompt congressional action to spare more job losses WASHINGTON, DC—The National Mining Association (NMA) today expressed its strong opposition to the Interior Department’s stream rule, calling on Congress to swiftly pass a Congressional Review Act resolution of disapproval and the... Read More

New Polling Underscores the Importance of Mining to American Life WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today recognized National Miners Day, a day established to acknowledge the contributions and sacrifices of our nation’s miners. “What many Americans don’t realize is that the... Read More

Washington, D.C.—The National Mining Association (NMA) today recognized Hecla Mining Company for receiving independent certification under its CORESafety® system. CORESafety’s approach to mining safety and health emphasizes accident prevention using a risk-based management system, the foundation of... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C.—The National Mining Association (NMA) today expressed alarm over the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) introduction of new, duplicative financial assurance requirements under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) that disregard serious... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C.—As voters consider national security issues around Veterans Day, there is broad support for policies that would encourage the use of domestic minerals and energy resources to reduce reliance on imports, enhance reliability, and strengthen national security, according to new polling conducted... Read More

The U.S. mining industry looks forward to working with the Trump administration and the 115th Congress on a wide range of issues of mutual interest. Meeting the needs of the American people cannot be accomplished without a robust mining industry. And a robust mining industry is only possible with reasonable... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) president and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement today after new information from the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Oct. 26 Cross State Air Pollution Rule Update confirmed the significant impact that the Clean Power Plan will have on coal-based generation:... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C.—The National Mining Association (NMA) hailed a federal court decision in Murray Energy Corp. v. McCarthy ordering the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to submit a plan for conducting the evaluations of job losses related to the agency’s regulations. NMA filed a brief with the U.S.... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C.—The National Mining Association (NMA) today raised serious concerns about proposed regulations that impose a new layer of financial assurance requirements on the hardrock mining industry. Despite a growing chorus of concerns voiced by states, Congress and industry, as well as repeated... Read More

Department of the Interior Annual Environment, Reclamation Awards Pay Tribute to Seven U.S. Coal, Mineral Mines LAS VEGAS – Four U.S. coal mines and three mineral mines today won annual awards from the U.S. Department of the Interior for their outstanding environmental performance, mine reclamation... Read More

LAS VEGAS, NEV.—The National Mining Association (NMA) today recognized Peabody for being the first company to be independently certified under its CORESafety® system. “This is a significant accomplishment by Peabody,” said Hal Quinn, president and chief executive officer of NMA. “The company not only... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn remarked on today’s arguments before the D.C. Circuit Court challenging the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean Power Plan:  “Few regulatory issues before the D.C. Circuit carry such far-reaching economic consequences as the Clean... Read More

Twenty Mines Receive NMA’s 2015 "Sentinels of Safety" and NIOSH Technology Awards LAS VEGAS – Nineteen American mining operations – six coal mines and 13 mineral/metal mines – are the recipients of the National Mining Association’s "Sentinels of Safety” awards in recognition of their outstanding mine... Read More

National Mining Association Kicks-off Show with Economic Impact Report and New Website Launch; Safety and Environmental Awards to Follow LAS VEGAS (September 26, 2016)—The world’s largest mining equipment, products and services exhibition begins today at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Sponsored... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C.—The American mining industry will be the backdrop in three of the four states where the presidential candidates debate. In Virginia, Missouri and Nevada, the candidates will be surrounded by communities that rely heavily on mining for reliable, low-cost energy; high-paying jobs; and... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C.– On Sept. 27, the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals will hear arguments on the administration’s so-called Clean Power Plan (CPP). The proceedings will be followed closely by stakeholders across the country. The National Mining Association (NMA) challenged the rule and has summarized ten... Read More

As the CPP Returns to Court Next Month, New Polling Shows Americans Concerned about Energy Costs and Support Coal as Part of a Diverse Energy Mix WASHINGTON, D.C.—A majority of American voters support the use of coal as part of a diverse mix of energy resources, according to national polling released... Read More

As part of a settlement with environmental activists reached in federal court, EPA is considering rules this fall that will add to the financial assurance obligations already enforced by state and federal agencies that have far greater experience with the mining industry than EPA. Now EPA... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today remarked on the first anniversary of the administration’s Clean Power Plan unveiled by the president Aug. 3, 2015: “The first year of this reckless rule shows why the Clean Power Plan (CPP) should not have a second. “The CPP... Read More

Washington, D.C. – The Obama administration’s purported rationales to impose a moratorium on federal coal leasing while it considers an overhaul of the program rest on politically contrived reasoning that will result in less federal and state revenue and the loss of high-wage jobs as well as an indispensable... Read More

An election-year stunt will hurt consumers, lead to further job losses Washington, D.C. - While claiming action in the name of the American taxpayer, this latest assault on the coal industry is nothing more than another covert operation in the administration’s “keep it in the ground” campaign. Read More

Proposed 10-million-acre withdrawal is economically harmful and unnecessary to protect the sage grouse or its habitat, says NMA’s senior attorney. Washington, D.C.—National Mining Association (NMA) Senior Vice President and General Counsel Katie Sweeney will tell a Senate panel this afternoon that... Read More

Washington, D.C. ̶ Today’s report from the White House Council of Economic Advisors is the latest assault from the “Keep It in the Ground” movement. This collaboration between the Obama administration and extreme environmental interests again demonstrates the White House working overtime to advance more... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement today in support of the “Locatable Minerals Claim Location and Maintenance Fees Act,” a bill by Rep. Doug Lamborn (R-Colo.) scheduled for mark up this week by the House Natural Resources Committee: “Subcommittee... Read More

Washington, D.C. -- The National Mining Association (NMA) this week highlighted the mounting evidence that unbalanced energy plans designed to limit America’s energy diversity are threatening the U.S. economy, communities, and access to reliable and affordable energy.   On June 14, the U.S.... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement today in support of today’s House resolution against a future carbon tax (H. CON. RES. 89): “The vote today in the House of Representatives against carbon taxes sends a strong signal about our nation’s future... Read More

Tomorrow's Senate Hearing to Highlight Clean Power Plan Impacts National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn released the following statement concerning tomorrow’s Senate Environment and Public Works Committee hearing on the impact of the Feb. 9 Supreme Court ruling that stayed the... Read More

Resources for the Future’s report contains many advocacy positions but no real economic analysis. Any report that would claim “the Clean Power Plan will result in near-zero costs” to the coal industry—as does this report— defies common sense and simply must be dismissed for nothing more than a propaganda... Read More

Washington, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today welcomed Ashley Burke as the mining organization’s senior vice president for communications. Burke will assume responsibilities for NMA’s communications with internal and external audiences, overseeing publications, media relations, social... Read More

Washington, D.C. - Today the House Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources examines an important but seldom recognized aspect of technological innovation – the impact of technologies on modern mining practices. Advances in high-speed, wireless and environmental monitoring technologies have shaped... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn released the following statement today in support of S. 2938 by Senator Steve Daines (R-Mont.) and H.R. 5259, a companion bill by Congressman Ryan Zinke (R-Mont.), to strengthen the voice of states and tribes in the promulgation of federal... Read More

As a series of public comment meetings get underway today in Wyoming, NMA President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement on the Department of the Interior’s moratorium on new coal lease sales from federal land: “There is no compelling need for a moratorium to ‘fix’ a program that isn’t... Read More

Washington, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA), sponsor of MINExpo INTERNATIONAL® 2016, today announced that Caterpillar Inc. group president Denise Johnson will chair the world’s largest mining equipment exhibition.  Johnson, who oversees the Resource Industries group for the Peoria, Ill.-based... Read More

The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn praising the Senate for passing the “Energy Modernization Policy Act of 2016,” which includes modernization of the federal permitting systems to improve access to minerals critical for energy,... Read More

Washington, D.C. – Today the Count on Coal initiative launched a new online resource to highlight the economic impacts of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean Power Plan on individual states. CostlyPowerPlan.com features an interactive map of the U.S. that enables the public to see the... Read More

Washington, D.C. – Despite the many executive orders and directives requiring federal agencies to curb their voracious appetite for regulations that are redundant, inefficient or outdated, a lack of incentives to repeal them has predictably resulted in costly inaction. That is the conclusion of the National... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today criticized Hillary Clinton’s reported remarks on the nation’s coal miners in Ohio yesterday: “It is surpassing strange and deeply troubling to hear prominent presidential candidates boast of their determination in office to destroy... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued this statement following today’s “friend of the court” brief by 34 senators and 171 congressmen urging the U.S. Court of Appeals to find the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean Power Plan unlawful: “More than 200 members... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement following yesterday’s decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to grant the applications of NMA, Murray Energy, states and other parties to stay the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Power Plan pending judicial... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today praised a Senate oversight hearing for exposing the fatal flaws in the Office of Surface Mining and Reclamation Enforcement’s (OSM) so-called Stream Protection Rule (SPR) and urged passage of legislation to block its implementation: “The... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today released the following statement in response to the Department of the Interior’s extraordinary action to halt federal coal leasing: “The Obama administration’s move to shut off the largest source of America’s lowest cost and most... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today released the following statement urging Congress to support The Stream Act (HR 1644) by Rep. Alex Mooney, a bill that would protect coal miners from the so-called Stream Protection Rule offered by the Office of Surface Mining and Reclamation... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn released the following statement today urging President Obama to recognize that the state of the union urgently requires priorities and policies that are conducive to economic growth and security: “We urge the president to turn to the priorities... Read More

American Mines Close 2015 with Fewest Annual Fatalities Washington, D.C. – 2015 was the safest year ever for American miners. Together, coal mines and metal/non-metal mines last year recorded the fewest fatalities in the history of American mining. Total mine fatalities were at the lowest number since... Read More

Climate agreement leaves U.S. consumers with a hefty price tag as other countries ramp up use of coal WASHINGTON: The plan for reducing carbon emissions from existing power plants that President Obama unveiled at the climate conference in Paris will come with an overall price tag that should greatly... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement today in response to the release of the first annual report of the U.S. Extractive Industries Transparency Report developed by the Multi-Stakeholder Group, of which NMA is a member:   “The U.S.... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn released the following statement concerning today’s House oversight hearings on the federal coal lease program: “Raising the costs of coal leased on federal land is an especially foolish idea. First, by discouraging coal production... Read More

In advance of National Miners Day on Dec. 6, National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn released the following statement: “The National Mining Association is proud to recognize America’s miners and the indispensable contributions they make to our nation’s enviable standard of... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued these comments today following passage of House disapproval resolutions that signify the American people’s rejection of President Obama’s Clean Power Plan presented at the COP 21 this week: “Both houses of Congress have now sent... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement today before the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) scheduled public hearing in Washington, D.C. on the federal plan for reducing carbon emissions from power plants: “EPA’s federal plan is a cap-and-trade... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today released the following statement in support of Senate efforts to pass resolutions under the Congressional Review Act (CRA) that would shield U.S. consumers from the rising electricity prices associated with the Environmental Protection... Read More

The second study this month projects significant costs, few benefits, from Obama’s carbon reduction plan for power plants Washington, D.C. - Refuting the Obama administration’s claim that its Clean Power Plan will be virtually cost free, a new analysis of the regulation shows the president’s policy... Read More

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Twenty American mining operations – six coal mines and fourteen mineral/metal mines – won "Sentinels of Safety Awards" awards today in recognition of their outstanding mine safety achievements during 2014. An American mine also won the annual Mine Safety and Health Technology Innovations... Read More

Washington, D.C.--Demands this week by Democratic senators that Interior Secretary Sally Jewell raise royalty rates on federal coal sales are based on a “transparent contradiction,” allegations that “are entirely without foundation,” and reports without any factual or analytical rigor, said the National... Read More

Washington, D.C. The National Mining Association (NMA) elected a new slate of officers at its board of directors and annual members meeting in Washington last week.   NMA Officers for 2016: Chairman – Kevin Crutchfield, Chairman and CEO, Alpha Natural Resources, LLC Vice Chairman – Phillips... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today told a Senate oversight hearing that the Office of Surface Mining and Reclamation Enforcement’s (OSM) so-called Stream Protection Rule is more about protecting the jobs of regulators than protecting the environment: “The SPR is... Read More

New Federal Stream Protection Rule Will Cost Jobs and Coal Communities Nationwide, Warns National Mining Association WASHINGTON D.C. - A new Obama administration regulation—the so-called Stream Protection Rule—is about to drive up energy costs and unemployment with no gain in environmental benefits,... Read More

Washington, D.C. – A new study by an environmental consulting firm documents steep costs and job losses from a new regulation from the U.S. Office of Surface Mining and Reclamation Enforcement (OSM), adding further credence to widespread criticisms of this unnecessary rule. The so-called Stream... Read More

Washington, D.C. – In order to prevent significant and imminent harm to scores of states’ economies and millions of consumers nationwide, the National Mining Association (NMA) today asked a federal court to stay the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) controversial Clean Power Plan until legal challenges... Read More

The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn applauding the House passage of Rep. Mark Amodei’s (R-Nev.) "National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act of 2015:” "Congressman Amodei’s bill, passed by the House today, will... Read More

Washington, D.C. – Innovative new safety measures pioneered by the U.S. mining industry are stymied by an outdated regulatory enforcement model from a unwieldy federal bureaucracy, a mine safety expert told a congressional panel today. Bruce Watzman, Senior Vice President for Regulatory Affairs... Read More

Washington, D.C. – A U.S. mining executive today told Congress that cleaning up mines abandoned in the past century must begin with new legal protections for good Samaritans willing to volunteer their expertise and resources to address the problem. Testifying on behalf of the National Mining Association... Read More

ational Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued this statement following the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit’s decision to issue a nationwide stay against the enforcement of the EPA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Clean Water Rule, which will expand federal regulatory... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement today warning of the economic impact of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) pending new standard for ozone (smog): “The new ozone standard continues EPA’s spotless record for irresponsible policies... Read More

Washington, D.C. - The U.S. coal industry is mindful of its responsibilities as stewards of the Earth as well as its role in providing people and industries with essential energy. The impressive reductions in power plant emissions, the dramatic improvements in mine safety and the extensive reclamation... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement regarding today’s announced decision by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to withdraw from mining up to 10 million acres of federal land to protect habitat for the sage grouse: “The Fish and Wildlife... Read More

Lexington, Ky. – Leading experts from the nation’s coal mining community put their skills to the test at the 2015 National Coal Mine Rescue, First Aid, Bench and Preshift Competition held Sept. 14-17 at the Lexington Convention Center in Lexington, Ky. The 2015 competition featured 65 teams with... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement as the House and Senate each begin oversight hearings tomorrow on the Animas River spill: “As the House and Senate begin their investigation into the events surrounding the Animas River spill in Colorado... Read More

Washington, D.C. -- The National Mining Association (NMA) today applauded the House Natural Resources Committee for advancing a bill that will stop unnecessary and destructive regulation from further harming coal communities around the country. In a Sept. 8 letter to Chairman Rob Bishop, NMA CEO... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today issued the following comments on the so-called Stream Protection Rule (SPR) proposed by the U.S. Office of Surface Mining (OSM). The agency is currently holding a series of nationwide “public hearings” to solicit comment on the highly... Read More

Washington, D.C. – National Mining Association (NMA) president and CEO Hal Quinn issued this statement following the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee mark-up of the Affordable Reliable Energy Now Act (ARENA Act) sponsored by Senator Shelley Moore Capito (W.Va.): “The ARENA Act is a commonsense... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn had the following reaction to the Environmental Protection Agency’s Final Clean Power Plan unveiled today: “EPA’s final Clean Power Plan reflects political expediency, not reality for supplying the nation with low cost reliable power. Left... Read More

Upcoming EPA Power Plan Regulation Will Usher In Higher Electricity Costs For States, Reduced Grid Reliability WASHINGTON - The upcoming unveiling of the Environmental Protection Agency's plan to impose new far-reaching regulations on emissions of existing power plants promises to bring unwelcome... Read More

Coal Industry Tells “Listening Session” How to Improve Returns to Taxpayers Washington, D.C. – If the Department of the Interior is truly listening for the best way to maximize revenue to taxpayers from the federal coal lease program, it will lower the cost of mining federal coal. That’s the message... Read More

Washington, D.C. – The stream buffer zone regulation unveiled today by the Office of Surface Mining and Reclamation Enforcement (OSM) is the latest in a series of costly and unnecessary regulations from an administration that appears determined to destroy coal mining communities. The National Mining... Read More

The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn applauding the House Natural Resources Committee’s mark up of Rep. Mark Amodei’s (R-Nev.) "National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act of 2015”: "Congressman Amodei’s bill, approved... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn said the Supreme Court’s decision today in Utility Air Regulatory Group v. EPA vindicates growing demands for common sense rulemaking from the Environmental Protection Agency: “Today’s decision by the Supreme Court is a vindication... Read More

Protracted delays in the permitting process reduce the value of investment; the longer the delay the greater risk to investors and ultimately to domestic minerals supplies. Washington, D.C. – An eye-opening analysis by SNL Metals & Mining released today shows how delays in the U.S. mine permitting... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today applauded Indiana Gov. Mike Pence for his decision to reject the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean Power Plan: “Gov. Pence deserves the gratitude of all Hoosiers for his decision to reject EPA’s proposed costly power... Read More

Pittsburg, Pa. – The nation’s coal industry and its dependent communities are enduring a difficult realignment of supply and demand, but the more lasting damage is caused by the “relentless offensive we face from President Obama’s regulators,” said a mining industry leader in Pittsburgh today. “It’s... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today issued the following statement on the Department of the Interior’s commencement of the process to withdraw nine million acres of federal lands from new mining claims: “The withdrawal of nearly nine million acres of federal lands... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued this statement following the release of the EPA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Clean Water Rule, which will expand federal regulatory jurisdiction over waters of the United States (WOTUS) and expose energy and mineral development... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today urged Senate support for the “Supporting Transparent Regulatory and Environmental Actions in Mining Act of 2015,” or the STREAM Act of 2015, a bill by Sen. Dan Coats (R-Ind.) that would block the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued this statement following today’s release of the Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) report detailing the harmful economic consequences of the Clean Power Plan: “The EIA report released today should be read by every governor.... Read More

Washington, D.C. – The chief executive of the U.S. coal industry’s trade association today urged Congress to block the Office of Surfacing Mining and Enforcement (OSM) from imposing new regulations that will raise costs and separate more coal miners from their jobs -- all in the service of padding OSM’s... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement in support of a bi-partisan bill introduced today by Senator Shelley Moore Capito (W.Va.), chairman of the Clean Air and Nuclear Subcommittee, and five colleagues that would protect the reliability of the electric... Read More

Washington, D.C. – A mine permit process plagued by uncertainties, duplication and delays has become a major barrier to building a world class supply chain that is increasingly vital to American manufacturing and industrial innovation, a top mining executive told a Senate panel today. Red Conger,... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following comments today highlighting the association’s response to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Government Affairs’ request for examples of existing and proposed regulations whose costs exceed anticipated benefits,... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn urged prompt passage of Energy and Power Subcommittee Chairman Ed Whitfield’s (R-Ky.) “Ratepayer Protection Act,” pending before the House of Representatives Energy & Commerce Committee, which would place ultimate responsibility for state... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn released the following statement on this week’s publication of the final report on the reliability of the nation’s power grid by the North American Electric Reliability Corp. (NERC), the international regulatory authority established to evaluate... Read More

The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn applauding the introduction of Rep. Mark Amodei’s (R-Nev.) "National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act of 2015”: "Congressman Amodei’s bill, introduced in the House today, will... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today issued the following statement on the escalating impacts on households and manufacturers of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Mercury and Air Toxics (MATS) regulation, effective today, and the agency’s pending “Clean Power... Read More

Washington, D.C. — This week, two co-equal branches of our government − Congress and the courts − will be eyeing administration policies sure to increase energy costs and separate more Americans from their jobs. Today, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy and Power... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn commented as follows on reports that the Bloomberg Foundation will donate an additional $30 million to the Sierra Club’s campaign to shut down affordable sources of electricity generation: “The Sierra Club today may thank the Bloomberg... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today commended Reps. Alex Mooney (R-W.Va.) and his colleagues Bill Johnson (R-Ohio) and Doug Lamborn (R-Colo.), for introducing the “Supporting Transparent Regulatory and Environmental Actions in Mining Act” (STREAM) designed to improve the... Read More

The National Mining Association (NMA) commended Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) today for his amendment clarifying the limits of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) authority to pressure states to accept its proposed Clean Power Plan for reducing carbon emissions from existing... Read More

The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn applauding the introduction of Senate Energy Committee Chairwoman Lisa Murkowski’s (R-Alaska) bill, the “Mineral Security and Manufacturing Competitiveness Act of 2015,” to secure the nation's... Read More

Get Ready for Higher Bills, Less Reliable Electricity, Says National Mining Association WASHINGTON, - Last winter was one of the harshest, hitting millions of Americans with spikes in their winter utility bills. Unfortunately, here we are, one year later, facing yet another polar vortex. Meteorologists... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the statement below in support of a bill (H.R. 896) introduced in Congress this week by House Transportation & Infrastructure Water and Environment Subcommittee Chair Rep. Bob Gibbs (R-Ohio), who in a press statement today said:... Read More

Washington, D.C. -- National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following comment on news that the Department of Energy (DOE) is suspending its funding for the FutureGen 2.0 public/private partnership. “The Department of Energy’s decision to back out of its commitment... Read More

In the latest edition of NMA Newsmakers, Caterpillar group president Steve Wunning discusses his company’s commitment to manufacturing equipment that extracts raw materials to alleviate energy poverty and minimizes mining’s environmental footprint. “Access to affordable and dependable energy resources... Read More

Washington, D.C. – The difficult adjustments that domestic coal operators are making in a rapidly evolving energy market have been made “immeasurably more difficult” for their employees and mine communities by reckless federal regulations, said Hal Quinn, president and CEO of the National Mining Association... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following comment on the president’s 6th State of the Union address:   “The president’s desire to help working families, create better jobs and bring home American industries will not be served by policies that continue... Read More

In advance of National Miners Day on Dec. 6, National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn released the following statement: “The National Mining Association is proud to recognize America’s miners and their indispensable role in powering and building our nation. While one day each... Read More

More expensive, less reliable sources will drive up power prices, says NMA. National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today urged the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to withdraw its proposed Clean Power Plan. In the following statement, Quinn summarizes NMA’s comments... Read More

In the following statement, National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn welcomes today’s decision by the Supreme Court to hear the association’s appeal for a review of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) failure to adequately weigh the costs of its 2012 Mercury and Air Toxics... Read More

In the most recent edition of the National Mining Association’s public affairs video series, NMA Newsmakers, Joy Global President and CEO Ted Doheny discusses the high-tech mining machinery Joy Global produces and the valuable role it plays in procuring the minerals and metals needed to meet manufacturing... Read More

NMA’s Quinn urges EPA to listen to wide range of experts warning of cost hikes and heightened risk to grid reliability In the following statement, National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn urged Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) officials to heed the warning of one more... Read More

Eighty percent further indicate the ability to source U.S. minerals and metals is important to their company. Washington, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today released the findings of a survey of senior executives from manufacturing industries highlighting the important role of domestic... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement on the results of the Nov. 4 midterm elections: “As the president said, his ‘policies were on the ballot’ in this midterm election. The American people have registered their disapproval and are now looking... Read More

Department of the Interior Annual Environment, Reclamation Awards Pay Tribute to Seven U.S. Coal, Mineral Mines   Washington, D.C. – Three U.S. coal mines and four mineral mines today won annual awards from the U.S. Department of the Interior for their outstanding environmental performance,... Read More

Washington, D.C. – Twenty American mining operations were recognized today for outstanding safety records in 2013. The National Mining Association (NMA) conferred its annual “Sentinels of Safety” awards on metal/nonmetal and coal mines for both surface and underground operations in ceremonies attended... Read More

Commenting on President Obama’s announcement of a new bilateral climate agreement with China, Hal Quinn, president & CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA), issued the following statement: “The president’s carbon agreement with China provides a boost for China’s economy while putting... Read More

In advance of National Manufacturing Day, which takes place each year on the first Friday of October, NMA President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement: National Manufacturing Day provides an important rallying point for everyone who supports manufacturing and offers the opportunity... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today called attention to new findings by the North American Reliability Corp. (NERC) that 35,000 megawatts of electric generating capacity was temporarily idled during last winter’s cold snap. Of far greater concern, says Quinn, should be... Read More

Notes that inefficient permitting process impedes investment Washington, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today released U.S. Mines to Market, a report by SNL Metals & Mining. The study, commissioned by NMA, tracks the minerals mined and refined in the United States through to... Read More

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed sweeping regulations that would require states to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from the electricity sector by an average of 30 percent nationally. This costly plan is another step in the administration's policies designed to eliminate low... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn testified this morning at the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) public hearing in Washington, D.C. highlighting the flaws that undermine the agency’s proposed regulation for reducing greenhouse gases from existing power plants. In the... Read More

Washington, D.C. — The National Mining Association (NMA) is encouraged by today’s House subcommittee hearing on “America’s Metals and Mineral Security,” which demonstrates growing recognition among policymakers, industry leaders and security experts that America needs a strong and stable supply of domestic... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn joined leaders of a broad industry coalition this morning to call on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to withdraw and rework the flawed rule it proposed for reducing carbon dioxide emissions from existing power plants. In the following... Read More

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a proposed determination under 404(c) of the Clean Water Act (CWA) that would impose preemptive sanctions on potential development of a gold-and-copper mining prospect in Alaska. EPA is taking this action before the mine’s proponents have even submitted... Read More

Washington, D.C. – A U.S. mining industry leader told a House panel today that the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) gross overreach of its regulatory authority has undermined the investment climate for mining and other capital intensive projects. National Mining Association (NMA) President and... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn released the following statement today highly critical of a minority report authorized by House Energy Committee Ranking Member Peter DeFazio (D-Ore.) alleging hard rock mining on federal lands returns no value to U.S. taxpayers: “The... Read More

A diverse group of 38 companies and organizations, representing nearly every sector of the American economy, asked Congress today to send critical minerals legislation to President Barack Obama for his signature. The message was delivered in a coalition letter from the 38 signatories representing... Read More

On Its First Anniversary, the Plan Hurts Rather Than Helps Households, Workers and Industries   National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement on the first anniversary of President Obama’s Climate Action Plan: “Today the president is meeting... Read More

Warns rule will push electric grid "over the edge" Washington, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) has asked the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to carefully examine the impacts to the nation’s power grid from the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) power plant regulations.... Read More

NMA called on policymakers to reject an ill-conceived administration proposal that would jeopardize America's electric grid and threaten the economic well-being of consumers and businesses. Recently, the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposed aggressive guidelines for regulating greenhouse... Read More

New Eight-State Survey Cautions Senate Aspirants Washington, D.C. - A survey of likely voters in eight coal-reliant states suggests the Obama administration's climate rule for power plants is not only bad economics, it's also bad politics for senatorial candidates that support it. The results,... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement today in support of a bi-partisan bill that will be introduced in Congress next week by Chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment Bob Gibbs (R-Ohio)... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement on the unveiling of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed New Source Performance Standard for regulating greenhouse gas emissions from existing coal-based power plants that generate 40 percent... Read More

Most consumers also concerned EPA policies will lead to black-outs and brown-outs Washington, D.C. -- Most Americans (76%) are at least somewhat worried that new regulations proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to remove coal-powered electricity from the nation's energy mix will... Read More

Washington, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) has asked a federal appeals court to review the Mine Safety and Health Administration's (MSHA) regulation for the control of coal dust in underground coal mines because the rule embodies fundamental legal and technical infirmities in its scope,... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued this statement following today's 6-2 Supreme Court ruling upholding the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Cross-State Air Pollution Rule: "As a party to these proceedings, we are disappointed in the outcome and gravely... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following response to the Mine Safety and Health Administration's (MSHA) new standards for controlling respirable coal dust in underground coal mines announced by Secretary of Labor Thomas Perez at an event in West Virginia today: "Today's... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn released the following statement regarding the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals ruling issued today in White Stallion Energy Center v. EPA that denies challenges to the Environmental Protection Agency's mercury and air toxic standards for power... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn released the following statement regarding the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee oversight hearing today on grid reliability and security: "'Keeping the Lights On – Are We Doing Enough to Ensure the Reliability and Security... Read More

Discussion of the impact of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) regulations, including proposed greenhouse gas emissions rules for new power plants, dominated the joint hearing of two U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee subpanels on April 2, which was held to review the agency's $7.9... Read More

National Mining Association President and CEO Hal Quinn commented regarding the Supreme Court's declining to review a 2013 U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit ruling in Mingo Logan Coal Company v. EPA that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has the right to veto a Clean Water Act section... Read More

Washington, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) is reviewing the potential impact on the mining industry of House Ways and Means Committee Chairman David Camp's (R-Mich.) tax reform discussion draft. Tax reform should increase competitiveness of domestic industries, create jobs and spur economic... Read More

In the following statement, National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn applauded Representative Ed Whitfield (R-Ky.) and Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) for co-sponsoring the "Electricity Security and Affordability Act" to safeguard the full diversity of energy sources necessary for... Read More

NMA President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement today regarding the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) decision to initiate a 404(c) process review that halts development in the Bristol Bay region before the Pebble Partnership's permit application has even been filed: "Apparently... Read More

Washington, D.C. - The National Mining Association (NMA) welcomed a far-reaching public awareness initiative launched today by Peabody, a global energy company and the nation's largest coal producer. The company's "Advanced Energy for Life" initiative will raise awareness for the value of coal in eliminating... Read More

On Jan. 30, stakeholders representing virtually every sector of the U.S. economy announced the launch of Partnership for a Better Energy Future, a coalition advocating for a commonsense approach to regulatory policies in order to ensure the continued availability of affordable and reliable energy for... Read More

Keep Coal as a Pillar of Electricity Generation and Improve Mineral Access Washington, D.C. - The U.S. mining industry today said the administration can unilaterally improve economic prosperity with policies that keep energy supply reliable and affordable. The administration also has the authority... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement in support of a bill introduced in Congress today by Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Rep. Ed Whitfield (R-Ky.) that would require the Environmental Protection Agency to base proposed New Source Performance Standards... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement in advance of the publication of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposed New Source Performance Standard for regulating greenhouse gas emissions from new coal-based power plants that generate 40... Read More

Statement from National Mining Association (NMA) president and CEO Hal Quinn regarding today's House Subcommittee on Energy and Power hearing on EPA power plant regulations and related legislation drafted by Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and subcommittee Chairman Rep. Ed Whitfield (R-Ky.): "Today... Read More

Statement by Hal Quinn, president and CEO of the National Mining Association, regarding the U.S. Treasury Department's new guidance aimed at ending public financing of overseas coal-fired power plants: "More than a billion people in the world lack electricity and another 1.6 billion have only... Read More

Washington, D.C. – Twenty American mining operations were recognized today for outstanding safety records in 2012. National Mining Association (NMA), conferred its annual "Sentinels of Safety" awards on both metal/nonmetal and coal surface and underground mining operations). The "Sentinels of... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today commended Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Chairman Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and Ranking Member Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) for introducing the "Critical Minerals Policy Act of 2013," a promising step toward reform of the U.S. mineral... Read More

Thousands of energy workers and miners Protest EPA's Power Plant Regulations Washington, DC – Count on Coal today released the following statement after hosting more than 3,000 concerned American energy workers at the US Capitol as part of the Rally for American Energy Jobs. More than 30 members of... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn made the following comments on a legislative proposal unveiled today by Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) and Rep. David Whitfield (R-Ky.) for controlling greenhouse gas emissions from coal-based power plants: "The Manchin-Whitfield discussion... Read More

Washington, DC – Count On Coal today announced it will host a Rally for American Energy Jobs on the West Front of the United States Capitol on October 29th, where thousands of American workers from more than a dozen states will gather to hear remarks by elected officials, energy employees and labor leaders. Hal... Read More

Public and Stakeholder Input Critical to Georgia's Energy Future Atlanta, GA -- This week the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is inviting Georgians to participate in the first of 11 "listening sessions" the agency is conducting around the country to solicit ideas about the best ways to reduce... Read More

Export coal shipments in Hampton Roads accounts for $500 million in direct economic impact and 1,100 jobs according to a report issued today by the Old Dominion University Economic Forecasting Project. The findings were made public at the 14th annual State of the Region Report for Hampton Roads. This... Read More

Bans Construction of the Most Efficient Power Plants Built with Today's Best-in-Class Technology To view the full multi-media release, including video and audio content, visit this page. New proposed regulations from the Obama administration will force power plants to abandon the use of coal,... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement with the announcement today of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) New Source Performance Standard, a proposed regulation for controlling greenhouse gas emissions from coal-based power plants that generate... Read More

The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn upon passage by the U.S. House of Representatives of Rep. Mark Amodei's (R-Nev.) "National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act of 2013" (H.R. 761): "The 'National Strategic and... Read More

Washington, D.C. – Twenty of the nation's best mine rescue teams won awards in a nationwide competition last week hosted by the National Mining Association (NMA), the nation's mining trade association. The 2013 National Coal Mine Rescue, First Aid, Bench and Pre-Shift Competition, held at the Greater... Read More

Columbus, Ohio – Leading experts from the nation's coal mining community will have their skills put to the test at the 2013 National Coal Mine Rescue, First Aid, Bench and Pre-Shift Competition being held Sept. 9-12 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio. The competition is sponsored... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn today released the following statement applauding Reps. Bill Johnson (R-Ohio) and Doug Lamborn (R-Colo.) for introducing the "Preventing Government Waste and Protecting Coal Mining Jobs in America Act" (H.R. 2824) that balances stream protection... Read More

Washington, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today hailed the U.S. mining industry in reaching another milestone in safety performance. As confirmed by the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), America's mines last year recorded the lowest rate of fatalities and lost time accidents... Read More

The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn following confirmation of Gina McCarthy as administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency:   "The National Mining Association stands ready to work with Gina McCarthy, the newly-confirmed... Read More

Washington, D.C. — National Mining Association President and CEO Hal Quinn called on members of the U.S. House of Representatives today to pass the "National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act of 2013" (H.R. 761), a bi-partisan bill to streamline America's outdated permitting process and... Read More

Washington, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today re-launched MineralsMakeLife.org, the online component of the organization's Minerals Make Life initiative designed to raise awareness about the importance of domestically mined minerals to the economy, innovation and national security.     "We... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn released the following statement today in response to President Obama's speech on reducing carbon emissions and their impact on climate change:   "Americans are looking for jobs and economic security. Coal power plants generate... Read More

Washington, D.C. — Rising exports of U.S. coal to growing global markets have paid strong dividends throughout the economy, with an even greater potential to boost growth and job creation as port facilities are expanded. In congressional testimony this morning, National Mining Association (NMA) President... Read More

New Study Documents Benefits for Job Creation, Diverse Industries, States   Washington, D.C. – Rising exports of U.S. coal to Europe and Asia added $16.6 billion to the U.S. economy in 2011, making significant contributions to America's economic recovery and job creation in many industrial... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn released the following statement today upon passage of the "National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act of 2013" (H.R. 761) by the House Natural Resources Committee:   "The 'National Strategic and Critical Minerals... Read More

The following statement was released by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn following introduction of H.R. 1948, the "Clean Water Cooperative Federalism Act of 2013," co-sponsored by Reps. John Mica (R-Fla.), Nick Rahall (D-W.Va.) and Bob Gibbs (R-Ohio) that restores states'... Read More

Washington, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) has endorsed The Coal Jobs Protection Act of 2013, which would streamline America's broken permitting process. NMA President and CEO Hal Quinn commended Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) and Rep. Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) for announcing... Read More

National Mining Association President and CEO Hal Quinn commented regarding today's U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit ruling in Mingo Logan Coal Company v. EPA that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has the right to veto a Clean Water Act section 404(c) permit after it has been issued: "By... Read More

Bill Addresses Permitting Delays that Impede Economic Growth and Investment Washington, D.C. – In testimony today before the House Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources, National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn urged Congress to pass the bi-partisan "National Strategic... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement today on the introduction today of the "National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act of 2013," (H.R. 761) by Rep. Mark Amodei (R-Nev.): "The U.S. mining industry applauds Rep. Amodei for re-introducing... Read More

The National Mining Association (NMA) recently released the second interactive toolbox to help member and non-member companies implement the CORESafety® initiative at their facilities. CORESafety is a scalable safety and health management system that provides a comprehensive pathway to achieve within... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued this statement following the president's State of the Union message last night: "America's mining industry is pleased to hear the president's determination to strengthen our economy, create high-wage jobs and re-build the infrastructure... Read More

NMA President Calls for Streamlined Permitting and a Diverse Energy Portfolio Washington, D.C. –The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn in advance of President Obama's State of the Union Address:   "The economy and... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement today on the announcement that REI CEO Sally Jewell will be nominated to become the next secretary of the Department of the Interior: "We are encouraged that Ms. Jewell would bring a wealth of business... Read More

The following points were made today by National Mining Association (NMA) President & CEO Hal Quinn at a press briefing held at NMA's Washington, D.C., headquarters: "The outlook for U.S. coal and minerals mining in 2013 is positive due to clear improvements in key sectors of the U.S. economy... Read More

Mining Industry Executives to Provide 2013 State of the Industry Outlook What: National Mining Association Press Briefing Mining industry executives will discuss the 2013 U.S. mining industry outlook and its top public policy priorities for the year. Light lunch will be served. When: Monday,... Read More

Washington, D.C. – Coal will remain the backbone of global energy use and resume its growth in the U.S. power market as newer, more efficient plants dominate coal-based electricity generation here and abroad, said a coal industry leader today at the National Press Club. National Mining Association... Read More

The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn:  “The National Mining Association is pleased to announce the appointment of Nancy Gravatt to the position of senior vice president of communications effective Jan. 3, 2013. Gravatt replaces... Read More

The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn:     "The National Mining Association (NMA) extends its congratulations to President Obama upon his reelection. NMA remains committed to working with the administration and... Read More

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) continues to cost jobs and economic development in Appalachia with its virtual moratorium on coal mining permits—a moratorium that continues in defiance of court rulings. EPA's latest decision withholds an essential Section 404 Clean Water Act permit for... Read More

The following statement was released by National Mining Association President & CEO Hal Quinn prior to this evening’s debate between Gov. Mitt Romney and President Barack Obama: “Voters throughout America’s heartland understand the importance of affordable and abundant coal-based electricity.... Read More

Department of the Interior Annual Environment, Reclamation Awards for Eight U.S. Coal, Mineral Mines Las Vegas, Nev.– American coal and mineral mines today won awards from the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) for the mines’ outstanding contributions to the environment, mine reclamation and... Read More

“Sentinels of Safety” Awards Honor Outstanding Safety Performance at U.S. Coal, Metal and Nonmetal Mines in 2011 Las Vegas, Nev. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today recognized 21 U.S. coal, metal and nonmetal mining operations for their outstanding safety record in 2011. The “Sentinels... Read More

Las Vegas, Nev. – The U.S. National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) today honored three companies—Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold, Lockheed Martin and CONSOL Energy—with the institute’s inaugural award for Mine Safety and Health Technology Innovations. The awards were presented... Read More

Las Vegas, Nev. -The world’s biggest mining equipment, products and services exhibition – four years in the making – officially got underway this morning at the Las Vegas Convention Center. MINExpo INTERNATIONAL ® 2012, a sprawling 860,000-foot showcase of the latest mining equipment and technology... Read More

Las Vegas, Nev. - World mining leaders today voiced strong optimism that durable demand for coal, minerals and metals will accompany the resumption in global economic growth, giving new life to the commodity market. Speaking at MINExpo INTERNATIONAL® 2012, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, mining... Read More

Las Vegas, Nev. – The National Mining Association’s (NMA) board of directors today elected a slate of officers and directors for the two-year term 2013-2014. The action came at the association’s Board and Annual Meeting of Members held in Las Vegas, Nev. in advance of the opening tomorrow of MINExpo... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn and Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME) Executive Director David Kanagy today jointly announced the availability of a new tool to aid hardrock mining operations with managing environmental performance. The Hardrock Mining... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement today as the U.S. House of Representatives prepares to consider H.R. 3409, “The Coal Miner Employment and Domestic Energy Infrastructure Protection Act”: “Mining communities and the families and businesses... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement in response to today’s federal appeals court ruling that vacated the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Cross State Air Pollution Rule on power plants: "In striking down a costly EPA rule for power... Read More

Washington, D.C. – Chief executives of four of the world’s biggest mining and mining equipment companies will discuss "The global supply chain for coal and minerals, where we have been and where we are going," on Sept. 24 at MINExpo INTERNATIONAL® 2012, the National Mining Association’s (NMA) quadrennial... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn released the following statement in response to the decision today by the United States District Court for the District of Columbia in National Mining Association v. Lisa Jackson: "NMA is gratified by today’s decision in NMA v. Jackson... Read More

The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn upon passage by the U.S. House of Representatives of the "National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act" (H.R. 4402): "The ’National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement today following the defeat (46-53) of Sen. James Inhofe’s (R-Okla.) resolution (S.J. Res. 37) to block implementation of the Environmental Protection Agency’s Utility MACT rule: "Today’s regrettable vote... Read More

The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed New Source Performance Standard (NSPS) to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from new electric generating sources "is not designed to improve environmental performance... and will bar the construction of new, more-efficient coal plants that would... Read More

Washington, D.C. - In testimony today before the House Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources, National Mining Association (NMA) President & CEO Hal Quinn urged strong congressional support for the "Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act of 2012" (H.R. 4402), sponsored by Rep. Mark... Read More

The following statement was released today by National Mining Association President and CEO Hal Quinn upon introduction of the "National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act of 2012" (H.R.4402) by Rep. Mark Amodei (R-Nev.): "Legislation introduced today by Rep. Mark Amodei and his colleagues... Read More

The National Mining Association's (NMA) board of directors at its March 30 meeting formally endorsed a new workplace safety and health paradigm, CORESafety, a scalable safety and health management system specifically designed for U.S. mining operations. CORESafety provides a comprehensive pathway to... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement upon word the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) would today propose new technology standards for controlling greenhouse gas emissions from coal-based power plants:   "EPA's proposal for controlling... Read More

Six Months to MINExpo INTERNATIONAL® 2012 in Las Vegas, Nev. USA Washington, D.C. –The countdown begins today for MINExpo INTERNATIONAL® 2012, the world's biggest mining equipment exhibition, to be held on Sept. 24-26 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, and sponsored by the National Mining Association... Read More

ENVIRON International Corporation (ENVIRON) today completed an analysis on behalf of the National Mining Association (NMA) of the anticipated economic impacts associated with the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement's (OSM) proposed rewrite of the Stream Buffer Zone Rule (the Stream Protection... Read More

The following statement was released today by National Mining Association President and CEO Hal Quinn upon action by the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia regarding the Spruce No.1 Mine permit:     "The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia today struck... Read More

The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn:   "The National Mining Association (NMA) filed papers in the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona today challenging the constitutionality of the Secretary of the Interior's... Read More

The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn in support of 221 members of the U.S. House of Representatives who have appealed to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to stop the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) greenhouse gas... Read More

The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn announcing the association's petition for review of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) final Utility Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) rule:   "NMA petitioned... Read More

National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn issued the following statement in response to today's announcement by Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar withdrawing more than one million acres of federal land in northern Arizona from hardrock mining for 20 years:   "The... Read More

The following information was provided today by the National Mining Association (NMA) upon release by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of its Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) National Analysis for calendar year 2010, including reports from metals mines (SIC Code 10) and primary metals (SIC Code... Read More

The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn in response to the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) final Utility Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) standard for power plants using fossil fuels to generate electricity: "EPA... Read More

The following statement was released today by National Mining Association (NMA) President and CEO Hal Quinn in response to legislation, the “Public Lands Job Creation Act,” introduced by Sen. Dean Heller (R-Nev.): “Good mining jobs are created by investment in mining projects, but the United States... Read More

Department of the Interior Annual Environment, Reclamation Awards Pay Tribute to Eight U.S. Coal, Mineral Mines in 2011 Washington, D.C. – Five U.S. coal mines, three mineral mines and one state association today won annual awards from the U.S. Department of the Interior for their outstanding... Read More