Moratorium on Mountaintop Coal Mining Until Health Studies Are Conducted
This bill aims to protect the health of residents in mining regions by halting new permits for mountaintop removal coal mining. These changes will remain in effect until comprehensive scientific studies on the health and environmental impacts of this mining method are completed. Additionally, mandatory continuous pollution monitoring will be implemented at existing mines, with results made publicly available, increasing transparency and safety for local communities.
Key points
Halts new permits for mountaintop removal coal mining until health studies are conducted.
Mandates federal health agencies to study the health impacts of this mining method on local communities.
Requires continuous monitoring of water, air, and soil pollution at existing mines, with public access to results.
Imposes a one-time fee on mining companies to fund health studies and monitoring.
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