I 112th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 6547 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 21, 2012 Mr. Shimkus (for himself and Mr. Bucshon) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce A BILL To amend the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977 to require greater experience of mine safety inspectors under that Act.

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Qualifications of Federal mine safety inspectors

Section 505 of the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977 (30 U.S.C. 954) is amended— (1)by striking to the maximum extent feasible,; (2)by striking five years practical mine experience and inserting 10 years practical mine experience; and (3)by striking due consideration shall be given to the extent possible to their and inserting and at least 2 years.