AL SJR116

Commends the Alabama coal industry and individual coal miners for providing low-cost electricity to homes, businesses, and industry in the state.

Notes that Alabama has a 200-year supply of coal remaining and that the coal industry has operated for over 100 years, currently employing over 4,000 miners.

Recognizes that low-cost coal energy is a key factor in recruiting new industry to Alabama, creating employment opportunities both directly and indirectly through over 16,000 vendor jobs.

Identifies the mining industry as a $2 billion annual industry in Alabama that generates millions in tax dollars to state and local governments annually, plus millions more in charitable and civic contributions.

Recognizes miners' efforts to provide affordable energy despite external pressures, enabling citizens to maintain quality of life and access to good jobs.