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Support for Communities Affected by Coal Power Plant Closures

This act aims to assist communities and workers impacted by the closure of coal-fired power plants. It establishes a White House council to coordinate support, offer financial and technical aid, and provide retraining programs for those who lost their jobs. The goal is to mitigate the negative economic and social consequences of the energy transition.
Key points
Establishment of a White House Council on Energy Transitions to coordinate support efforts.
Financial assistance for local governments and Indian Tribes that lost revenue due to coal plant closures.
Training programs and job placement assistance for workers displaced from the coal sector, especially in clean energy industries.
Requirement for early notification to local authorities about planned coal power plant closures to allow for preparation.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_2245
Sponsor: Rep. O'Halleran, Tom [D-AZ-1]
Process start date: 2021-03-26