Office of Surface Mining - Color Changing Mug 11oz

The Office of Surface Mining (OSM) is a department within the United States Department of the Interior. Its primary function is to regulate and oversee the activities related to surface coal mining and reclamation operations. Established by the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977, the OSM works to ensure that mining activities are conducted in a manner that protects public health, safety, and the environment while preserving future use of the land for other purposes. The office is responsible for implementing regulations, conducting inspections, providing technical assistance, and enforcing compliance with these regulations nationwide.