Opportunity Information: Apply for S14AS00002
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- The Office of Surface Mining in the environment natural resources sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation (AMLR) Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.252 Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation (AMLR) Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Nov 21, 2013 and posted on Jul 1, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 30, 2014. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $339,500,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $62,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 28 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) State governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation (AMLR) Program (Funding Opportunity Number S14AS00002) is a discretionary grant program administered by the U.S. Department of the Interior's Office of Surface Mining (often referred to as the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement). Its purpose is to fund and support the ongoing operation of approved State and Tribal abandoned mine land (AML) reclamation programs, with the practical focus on identifying, prioritizing, and reclaiming hazardous or degraded mine sites. The funding is meant to help carry out mine site reclamation projects that address the legacy impacts of mining on public safety and the environment, including problems like unstable highwalls, open shafts, subsidence risks, acid mine drainage, contaminated water, and other physical and ecological hazards commonly associated with historic mining areas.
Eligibility is strictly limited to State governments and federally recognized Indian Tribal governments, and only those with approved AML reclamation programs are able to receive funding. In other words, this is not an open competition for local governments, nonprofits, universities, or private entities. Instead, it supports governmental programs that have already been established and approved to implement reclamation work under applicable federal rules. These approved programs use grant funds to plan, manage, and complete reclamation activities on eligible lands and waters. Eligibility for project sites generally centers on areas mined or affected by coal mining processes that occurred prior to August 7, 1977, which is a key statutory cutoff date linked to the start of the modern federal surface mining regulatory framework. The program also covers certain limited categories of impacts from post-1977 mining and some noncoal mining activity, as allowed under the program authorities described in the full announcement and governing law.
The opportunity is listed under the Environment and Natural Resources funding activity category and is associated with CFDA number 15.252 (Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation Program). The estimated total funding amount is $339,500,000, reflecting a large nationwide allocation across multiple eligible States and Tribes. The expected number of awards is 28, which aligns with the number of participating jurisdictions operating approved AML programs during the period referenced in the notice. Individual award amounts can vary significantly depending on program needs and allocation formulas, with an award floor of $260,000 and an award ceiling of $62,000,000. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement indicated for this opportunity, meaning recipients are not required to provide a non-federal match as a condition of the award (though recipients may still leverage other funds where appropriate for project completion).
From an application timing standpoint, the listing notes an original closing date of August 1, 2013, a current closing date of September 30, 2014, and that applications are accepted throughout the year. That combination signals a program structure where eligible States and Tribes can submit materials on an ongoing basis within the active period of the funding announcement, rather than being confined to a single short application window. The announcement was posted July 1, 2013, created November 21, 2013, and archived October 15, 2014, which indicates this particular Grants.gov notice corresponds to a specific administrative cycle even though the broader AMLR program continues as an established federal grant program.
For applicants or interested parties who need the official announcement details, the listing points to Grants.gov as the source for full documentation and requirements. A contact is provided for assistance, particularly if there is difficulty accessing the announcement electronically: Renata Miller at 202-208-2747, with the email rgarris@osmre.gov.
Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation (AMLR) Program (S14AS00002) - FAQs
What is the Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation (AMLR) Program funding opportunity?
The Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation (AMLR) Program (Funding Opportunity Number S14AS00002) is a discretionary grant program administered by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining (Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement). It supports the ongoing operation of approved State and Tribal abandoned mine land (AML) reclamation programs and helps fund mine site reclamation work that addresses legacy mining hazards affecting public safety and the environment.
Which federal agency administers this grant?
This opportunity is administered by the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) through the Office of Surface Mining, commonly referred to as the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement.
What is the main purpose of this funding?
The funding is intended to support approved State and Tribal AML reclamation programs in identifying, prioritizing, and reclaiming hazardous or degraded mine sites. The practical emphasis is on planning, managing, and completing reclamation activities on eligible lands and waters to address public safety and environmental problems caused by historic mining.
What types of mine hazards and impacts can this program address?
The opportunity description highlights a range of common legacy mining issues, including unstable highwalls, open shafts, subsidence risks, acid mine drainage, contaminated water, and other physical and ecological hazards associated with historic mining areas.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is strictly limited to State governments and federally recognized Indian Tribal governments that have approved AML reclamation programs. The opportunity is not open to local governments, nonprofits, universities, private organizations, or other entities.
Is this an open competitive grant for all types of applicants?
No. The program supports governmental AML programs that are already established and approved. It is not described as an open competition for non-State or non-Tribal entities.
What does it mean to have an "approved" AML reclamation program?
Based on the listing, only States and Tribes with approved AML reclamation programs can receive funding. These approved programs are the governmental entities responsible for implementing reclamation work under applicable federal rules and using grant funds to plan, manage, and complete reclamation activities on eligible lands and waters.
What kinds of project sites are generally eligible under this program?
Eligibility for project sites generally centers on areas mined or affected by coal mining processes that occurred prior to August 7, 1977. The description also notes that the program can cover certain limited categories of impacts from post-1977 mining and some noncoal mining activity, as allowed under the program authorities referenced in the full announcement and governing law.
Why is August 7, 1977 an important date for eligibility?
The listing describes August 7, 1977 as a key statutory cutoff date tied to the beginning of the modern federal surface mining regulatory framework. In general, the opportunity emphasizes that many eligible sites relate to coal mining impacts prior to that date.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The listing associates this opportunity with CFDA number 15.252, titled "Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation Program."
What funding activity category is this opportunity listed under?
The opportunity is listed under the Environment and Natural Resources funding activity category.
How much total funding is estimated to be available?
The estimated total funding amount shown in the listing is $339,500,000, reflecting a nationwide allocation across multiple eligible States and Tribes.
How many awards are expected?
The listing indicates an expected number of awards of 28, aligning with the participating jurisdictions operating approved AML programs during the period referenced in the notice.
What are the minimum and maximum award amounts?
The opportunity lists an award floor of $260,000 and an award ceiling of $62,000,000. Individual award amounts may vary substantially based on program needs and allocation formulas.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is indicated in the listing. Recipients are not required to provide a non-federal match as a condition of the award, although programs may still leverage other funds where appropriate for completing projects.
When was the opportunity posted, and what are the closing dates shown?
The listing states the opportunity was posted on July 1, 2013, created on November 21, 2013, and archived on October 15, 2014. It shows an original closing date of August 1, 2013 and a current closing date of September 30, 2014.
Are applications accepted year-round?
Yes. The listing indicates that applications are accepted throughout the year, suggesting an ongoing submission approach for eligible States and Tribes during the active period of the funding announcement rather than a single short application window.
Where can applicants find the official announcement and full requirements?
The listing points to Grants.gov as the source for full documentation and requirements for this funding opportunity.
Who can be contacted for help with the announcement or access issues?
The contact provided is Renata Miller, reachable at 202-208-2747 or by email at rgarris@osmre.gov, particularly for assistance if there is difficulty accessing the announcement electronically.
Does this Grants.gov notice mean the AMLR program no longer exists?
No. The listing notes that this particular Grants.gov notice corresponds to a specific administrative cycle (with an archive date of October 15, 2014), even though the broader AMLR program is described as an established federal grant program.
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