OSM Announces Nearly $679.4 Million to Reclaim Abandoned Coal Mines

WASHINGTON - The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement today announced the availability of nearly $679.4 million in fiscal year 2026 abandoned mine land reclamation grants for eligible states and tribes.

These grants prioritize public health and safety by securing hazardous mine sites, stabilizing slopes, improving water quality, and restoring essential water supplies. Additionally, this investment delivers on the promise of unlocking new opportunities for sustained economic growth, transformation of abandoned mine lands into prime sites for manufacturing, agriculture, infrastructure, and energy development supporting the Administration's Energy Dominance agenda.

"Working with and providing funds to our state and tribal partners for abandoned mine lands reclamation confirms our commitment to the communities that powered our country for generations," said Acting Assistant Secretary of Lands and Mineral Management Lanny E. Erdos. "This funding is a crucial part of addressing safety hazards, protecting public health, and returning damaged lands back to work for the American people."

Twenty-two eligible states and the Navajo Nation will receive funding under this program, with grants based on historic coal production. States and tribes will lead project selection and oversee implementation, ensuring solutions are customized to local needs and conditions.

Top Fiscal Year 2026 Grants Distribution Include: ( Partial list - full table available on OSM's website.)