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Understanding Black Lung Benefits and the Importance of Monitoring
Black lung disease, clinically known as coal workers' pneumoconiosis, is a chronic condition affecting coal miners and other workers exposed to coal dust. To safeguard affected workers, the U.S. federal government administers the Black Lung Benefits Program, which offers monetary benefits and medical coverage to coal miners totally disabled by pneumoconiosis arising out of coal mine employment.
For businesses and professionals in the coal mining and energy sectors, staying informed about updates to regulations, policies, or funding supports related to the Black Lung Benefits Program is a critical task. Given the complexities and the potential changes in legislative frameworks, monitoring the Federal Register for updates is crucial.
Why Monitoring Black Lung Benefits Matters
Several stakeholders need to stay informed:
- Coal Mining Companies and Operators: They must comply with federal regulations to avoid penalties and ensure they are following best practices for employee safety.
- Labor Unions: These groups advocate for miners' rights and need to be up-to-date on legislation that affects their members' welfare.
- Healthcare Providers: Organizations providing medical care to coal workers need to be apprised of any changes in program policies that might affect billing or treatment coverage.
- Legal Professionals: Attorneys working on labor law or workplace safety need timely information to advise their clients appropriately.
Recent Trends and Regulatory Impacts
In recent years, there have been significant discussions around the adequate funding for the Black Lung Disability Trust Fund, especially as health incidences become more prevalent and demand rises. Legislative proposals and changes to funding structures may affect how benefits are administered and who is eligible, making it vital for all stakeholders to stay current.
Mitigating Risks Through Informed Monitoring
Monitoring the Federal Register’s updates on Black Lung Benefits helps. It provides early notification of:
- Proposed Rules and Amendments: Staying ahead of new regulations can give organizations the time required to adapt to policy changes.
- Open Comment Periods: Participating in these can influence policy outcomes beneficially for various groups.
- Final Rule Notices: Understanding these can prevent compliance issues and costly penalties.
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The U.S. Department of Labor (Department) is publishing this final rule to adjust for inflation the civil monetary penalties assessed or enforced by the Department, pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 as amended b...
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Rule | Jan 10, 2025 |
This final rule revises the regulations under the Black Lung Benefits Act (BLBA) governing authorization of self-insurers. The updated regulations determine the process for coal mine operators to apply for authorization to self-insure, the requiremen...
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Rule | Dec 12, 2024 |
This action finalizes the Department of Labor's (DOL or Department) proposal, published on January 11, 2021, to require electronic filing (e-filing) in proceedings before the Benefits Review Board (BRB). On January 11, 2021, the Department published...
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Rule | Feb 08, 2024 |
The U.S. Department of Labor (Department) is publishing this final rule to adjust for inflation the civil monetary penalties assessed or enforced by the Department, pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 as amended b...
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Rule | Jan 11, 2024 |
The Department is proposing revisions to regulations under the Black Lung Benefits Act (BLBA or the Act) governing authorization of self-insurers. These proposed rules will determine the process for coal mine operators to apply for authorization to s...
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Proposed Rule | Jan 19, 2023 |
The U.S. Department of Labor (Department) is publishing this final rule to adjust for inflation the civil monetary penalties assessed or enforced by the Department, pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 as amended b...
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Rule | Jan 13, 2023 |
This final rule amends the regulations of the Department of the Treasury ("Treasury"), Bureau of the Fiscal Service ("Fiscal Service"), regarding the Treasury Offset Program ("TOP") and the Cross-Servicing program. The primary reason for amending the...
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Rule | Aug 16, 2022 |
The Department of the Treasury ("Treasury"), Bureau of the Fiscal Service ("Fiscal Service"), proposes to amend its regulations regarding the Treasury Offset Program ("TOP") and the Cross-Servicing program. The primary reason for doing so is to infor...
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Proposed Rule | Mar 02, 2022 |
The U.S. Department of Labor (Department) is publishing this final rule to adjust for inflation the civil monetary penalties assessed or enforced by the Department, pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 as amended b...
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Rule | Jan 14, 2022 |
Due to the receipt of significant adverse comment on the conforming Office of Administrative Law Judges (OALJ) rulemaking in which commenters noted that they also practice before the Benefits Review Board (BRB), the Department of Labor is withdrawing...
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Rule | Feb 25, 2021 |
The U.S. Department of Labor (Department) is publishing this final rule to adjust for inflation the civil monetary penalties assessed or enforced by the Department, pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 as amended b...
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Rule | Jan 14, 2021 |
The Department of Labor is issuing this Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to seek public comments on a proposal to require electronic filing (e-filing) and make acceptance of electronic service (e-service) automatic by attorneys and lay representatives r...
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Proposed Rule | Jan 11, 2021 |
The Department of Labor takes this action to require electronic filing (e-filing) and make acceptance of electronic service (e-service) automatic by attorneys and lay representatives representing parties in proceedings before the Benefits Review Boar...
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Rule | Jan 11, 2021 |
The Department of Labor (Department or DOL) is issuing this Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to seek public comments on a proposal to require electronic filing (e-filing) and make acceptance of electronic service (e-service) automatic for attorne...
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Proposed Rule | Jan 11, 2021 |
The Department of Labor (Department or DOL) is issuing this Direct Final Rule to require electronic filing (e-filing) and make acceptance of electronic service (e-service) automatic for attorneys and non-attorney representatives representing parties...
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Rule | Jan 11, 2021 |
The U.S. Department of Labor (Department) is publishing this final rule to adjust for inflation the civil monetary penalties assessed or enforced by the Department, pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 as amended b...
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Rule | Jan 15, 2020 |
The Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) has encountered unforeseen delays in implementing a new computer system to process payments for professional medical and hospital outpatient services made by the Black Lung Disability Trust Fund (Tr...
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Rule | Nov 21, 2019 |
The U.S. Department of Labor (Department) is publishing this final rule to adjust for inflation the civil monetary penalties assessed or enforced by the Department, pursuant to the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990 as amended b...
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Rule | Jan 23, 2019 |
This final rule revises the regulations under the Black Lung Benefits Act (BLBA or Act) governing the payment of medical benefits and maintains the level of care available to miners. The final rule establishes methods for determining the amounts that...
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Rule | Jun 14, 2018 |
This rule amends one section of the Benefits Review Board's regulations in order to change the mailing address for notices of appeal and correspondence sent to the Board.
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Rule | Feb 26, 2018 |