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Find similar grantsAML Economic Revitalization (AMLER) Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE). The AMLER Program aims to explore and implement strategies that return legacy coal mining sites to productive uses through economic and community development.
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Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) Program | Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) Program Transforming legacy coal mining sites into engines of community and economic renewal, since FY 2016.
Total funding allocated since inception Eligible states and tribal nations Annual Visitors to AMLER sites The Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) Program was established in Fiscal Year 2016 (originally as the AML Pilot Program) to help coal communities reclaim and repurpose legacy mining sites.
Administered by the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE), AMLER provides dedicated federal funding to the 9 eligible Appalachian states and tribal nations to support projects that link environmental reclamation with economic and community development.
AMLER Community Impact by the Numbers - (As of Nov 30, 2024) Students Trained Annually: Miles of Utilities Installed: Miles of Streams Reclaimed: Annual Visitors to AMLER Sites: $134 million appropriated Signed into law: January 23, 2026 Direct payments issued: April 13, 2026 $29. 5M each: Kentucky, Pennsylvania, West Virginia $11. 25M each: Alabama, Ohio, Virginia ~$3.
91M each: Crow Tribe, Hopi Tribe, Navajo Nation Direct payments issued: June 4, 2025 $28. 67M each: Kentucky, Pennsylvania, West Virginia $11M each: Alabama, Ohio, Virginia ~$3.
67M each: Crow Tribe, Hopi Tribe, Navajo Nation Appropriated AMLER Funding (Millions of Dollars) We should put the table here The AMLER process varies depending on how funds are distributed, but all projects follow a lifecycle centered on eligibility, environmental compliance, and community impact.
FY 2016–2023: Funds distributed as grants completed FY 2024–Present: Transition to direct payments OSMRE publishes guidance documents to support project eligibility and implementation.
FY 2023 Guidance — for projects funded through grants FY 2026 Guidance — for projects funded through direct payments Eligibility & Project Development AMLER projects must demonstrate a direct connection between abandoned mine land reclamation and economic or community development outcomes.
Eligible applicants include: Project proposals are submitted through state or tribal programs, which: Identify and evaluate potential projects Ensure alignment with AMLER eligibility guidance Coordinate with OSMRE as needed Process for projects funded by direct payments (FY24-Present) Congressional appropriation Direct payments to states/tribes State/tribal project selection Eligibility and environmental compliance Process for projects funded by grants (FY2016-2023) Congressional appropriation OSMRE allocation to states/tribes Project submission and review Eligibility determination Environmental (NEPA) review Construction and implementation Since FY 2016, AMLER has supported projects that demonstrate a clear connection between abandoned mine land reclamation and economic revitalization.
Program investments have contributed to: Job creation and workforce development Tourism and recreation infrastructure Public infrastructure improvements Environmental restoration of land and waterways Community redevelopment and reuse of legacy sites These outcomes reflect a broader goal: helping coal communities transition toward sustainable, locally driven economic futures.
AMLER Data Dashboard & Archived Reports The AMLER Power BI Dashboard details the impact of the AMLER Program and the status of its projects through November 30, 2024. Since FY 2016, the AMLER Program has provided funding through annual appropriation laws to eligible states and tribes. These funds support projects that demonstrate a clear connection between abandoned mine land (AML) reclamation and economic and community development.
To improve access to program data, AMLER has transitioned from static reports to a Power BI Dashboard. This dashboard provides a centralized view of project-level information, funding status, and performance metrics.
View the AMLER Power BI Dashboard Projects by location and recipient Funding allocations and status Key outputs such as jobs, infrastructure, and reclamation outcomes As the oversight agency, the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement maintains this dashboard to support transparency and provide a more flexible way to review program data.
Archived Guidance Document AMLER project applications are submitted through state or tribal AML programs. Contact your state or tribal AML program for current application timelines and requirements. Click on the map to learn more about the state or tribal AML program.
Frequently Asked Questions FY 2016 - FY 2023 Federal Interest FAQs AMLER Grants vs. Payments FAQs AMLER Grants vs. Payments Comparison Is AMLER the same as the AML Pilot Program? Yes. The program was renamed in 2021 to align with appropriations language but includes all funding since FY 2016.
When will funding be available? Funding is appropriated annually. FY 2026 payments are expected by April 23, 2026.
What types of projects are eligible? Projects must demonstrate a clear connection between AML reclamation and economic or community development.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible states and Tribes. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
AML Economic Revitalization (AMLER) Program is funded by U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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