To allow certain Federal minerals to be mined consistent with the Bull Mountains Mining Plan Modification, and for other purposes.

Key Points

• This bill would allow a coal mine in Musselshell County, Montana, to expand its operations onto 800 acres of federal land. It specifically targets the Bull Mountains Mine No. 1.
• The Department of the Interior would be required to approve the mining plan within 30 days of the bill passing. The bill states the government must do this without making any changes or causing delays.
• This action would give the mining company access to federal coal reserves that were previously part of a 2020 plan. It aims to ensure the mine can continue operating and producing energy.
• By passing this law, Congress is taking direct control over the approval process for this specific site. This helps the project move forward even if there are administrative or legal disagreements.

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