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Interstate Mining Compact CommissionFor decades, states have effectively regulated mining impacts in accordance with federal and state laws. These laws strike a balance between society's needs for the goods and energy produced from solid minerals and the need for protection of people and the environment.
The IMCC is a multi-state governmental organization supporting the natural resource and related environmental protection and mine safety and health interests of its member states. For more information, visit Mining & The Role of IMCC |
IMCC Welcomes New Executive Director
June 16th, 2026
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The Interstate Mining Compact Commission's Executive Director (IMCC), Tom Clarke, has announced his retirement. A national search was conducted, and we are pleased to announce Benny McCament as the next Executive Director. Benny will assume the role on August 1, 2026. On that date, Tom will become Executive Director Emeritus and serve as an advisor with the IMCC until his retirement on December 4, 2026.
Benny comes to IMCC from the state of Ohio where he served in an executive role as Chief of the Division of Mineral Resources Management. Benny has over 17 years of experience with the coal regulatory, abandoned mine lands, mine safety and the industrial minerals programs in Ohio. He has extensive experience with both state and federal policy and regulations. IMCC is looking forward to the operational leadership, partnership building, and focus on policy and legislative initiatives Benny will bring to IMCC. The membership thanks Tom Clarke for his years of service to IMCC and its state members and wish him well in retirement. |
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I’m truly honored and grateful for the opportunity to serve as IMCC’s next Executive Director, and I look forward to working closely with all our member states to support their priorities, strengthen collaboration, and advance the mission of the Compact. |
2026 Mid-Year MeetingIMCC plans to hold its next Annual Meeting in Lake Placid, New York from October 26-28, 2026. Further details as well as an agenda and handouts will be posted on our Meeting Info Page as they become available. What do all these places have in common?
They're all reclaimed mine sites!
Download a free copy of the IMCC Reclamation poster here or ask us for a copy! |
2026 IMCC National Awards ProgramCongratulations to the winners of the annual IMCC Reclamation, Minerals Education, and Mine Safety and Health Training Awards!
We implemented a new Awards submission and management software for our 2025 Awards Program. Please submit your nominations to our Award Stage Website. Use the site's contact form, or email Madeline at [email protected] with questions. For more information on the awards criteria, as well as current and past winners, visit our Awards page. The Reclamation Awards recognize companies and individuals for their outstanding achievements in reclamation. |
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Senate and House Committees Hold Oversight Hearings on SMCRA Programs
Senate Committee Holds Hearing on Two Hardrock Mining Bills Interagency Working Group Publishes Report on Hardrock Mining Law Reform DOI Selects New Lead of National Hardrock AML Program Grants Program Call Open for IMCC 2024 Awards Nominations
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Senate and House Committee Oversight Hearings on SMCRA Programs, November 9th and 14th, 2023 in Washington, DC
Pictured: Kyle Wendtland (Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality), Dustin Morin (Alabama Department of Labor), Glenda Owens (OSMRE Deputy Director), and Benny McCament (Ohio Department of Natural Resources)
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