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Economic Revitalization in Mining Regions: Funds for Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation

The "RECLAIM Act of 2021" allocates $200 million annually for the reclamation of lands affected by historical coal mining. The goal is to revitalize economies in coal-dependent communities, creating new development opportunities and improving residents' quality of life by restoring degraded land and water resources.
Key points
Reclamation Funds: $200 million annually (2022-2026) for reclamation projects in states and Indian tribes.
Purpose: Economic revitalization and development in communities affected by coal mining decline, by creating conditions for new investments and jobs.
Community Support: Projects must contribute to economic or community development, be located in areas impacted by mining decline, and involve local stakeholders.
Fund Management: States and tribes can use up to 10% of funds for planning and administration, and up to 30% for acid mine drainage treatment costs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1733
Sponsor: Rep. Cartwright, Matt [D-PA-8]
Process start date: 2021-03-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

RECLAIM Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1733.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Reclamation Funds: $200 million annually (2022-2026) for reclamation projects in states and Indian tribes.
  • Purpose: Economic revitalization and development in communities affected by coal mining decline, by creating conditions for new investments and jobs.
  • Community Support: Projects must contribute to economic or community development, be located in areas impacted by mining decline, and involve local stakeholders.
  • Fund Management: States and tribes can use up to 10% of funds for planning and administration, and up to 30% for acid mine drainage treatment costs.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cartwright, Matt [D-PA-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 406.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Environment Economy Public Investments