Coal Cleanup Taxpayer Protection Act of 2026
Bill Summary
Requires companies to pay for the cleanup of coal mining sites, rather than leaving the cost to taxpayers. Funds the cleanup through fees on coal companies.
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Bill Journey
- May 26, 2026
- May 26, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects coal companies, which would have to pay for cleanup costs, and taxpayers, who would no longer have to fund the cleanup of coal mining sites. It also impacts communities near coal mining sites, which would benefit from the environmental cleanup.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic1
Documents
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Bill Details
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