RGA Statement On Stop The War On Coal Act

Wyoming Governor Matt Mead, Chairman of the Republican Governors Public Policy Committee’s Energy and Environment Committee, and Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett, Vice Chairman of the Republican Governors Public Policy Committee’s Energy and Environment Committee, released the following statements on the U.S. House of Representatives’ vote on H.R. 3409, also known as the Stop The War On Coal Act:

Gov. Matt Mead: “Coal provides over 35% of America’s electricity, provides great jobs and is a source of reliable, low-cost electricity that can fuel our economic recovery. Recent federal rules and regulations targeting the coal industry are unreasonable and unachievable. The coal industry must be profitable to advance new technologies.  Researchers and industry need certainty before they invest time and money developing innovations. I appreciate the House Republicans’ recognition of coal’s importance to our nation.”

Gov. Tom Corbett: “Coal is and remains a critical part of our energy portfolio – both in Pennsylvania and across our nation. It supports tens of thousands of jobs, provides affordable electricity to our citizens, and is cleaner than ever before. This important legislation will help restore balance to our energy policy, while protecting jobs and growing our economy.”

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