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Support for Fossil Fuel Workers: New Benefits and Assistance

This act establishes a new office within the Department of the Treasury to support workers losing jobs due to the clean energy transition. Employees from closing coal mines and fossil-fuel plants may receive financial aid, health insurance, retirement, and educational support. The goal is to ease the impact of these changes on affected individuals.
Key points
A new office within the Department of the Treasury will manage support programs for fossil fuel sector workers.
Affected employees from closing mines or plants may receive financial benefits to supplement their income to pre-termination levels for 5 years.
Health insurance premium support will be provided for 5 years, including COBRA continuation or assistance for new coverage.
Workers will receive support for retirement plan contributions, matching previous employer contributions.
Educational benefits, similar to those for veterans, will be available for workers and their children for public in-state institutions or vocational schools.
Companies hiring former fossil fuel sector workers will receive priority for clean energy grants.
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Print number: 117_HR_5821
Sponsor: Rep. Levin, Andy [D-MI-9]
Process start date: 2021-11-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

American Energy Worker Opportunity Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5821.

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 2021-11-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A new office within the Department of the Treasury will manage support programs for fossil fuel sector workers.
  • Affected employees from closing mines or plants may receive financial benefits to supplement their income to pre-termination levels for 5 years.
  • Health insurance premium support will be provided for 5 years, including COBRA continuation or assistance for new coverage.
  • Workers will receive support for retirement plan contributions, matching previous employer contributions.
  • Educational benefits, similar to those for veterans, will be available for workers and their children for public in-state institutions or vocational schools.
  • Companies hiring former fossil fuel sector workers will receive priority for clean energy grants.
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. Levin, Andy [D-MI-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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