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CO SJR021
Joint Resolution
Status
Failed
5/4/2015
Primary Sponsor
Randy Baumgardner
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AI Summary
- Recognizes coal's contribution to Colorado's economy, currently providing 64% of the state's electricity and creating over 21,000 direct and indirect jobs
- Notes Colorado coal producers have paid over $500 million in federal royalties since 2003 and that the state ranks fourth in federal coal royalty payments
- Commends electric utility companies for diversifying power sources to include coal and urges state and local governments to avoid unnecessary barriers to coal utilization
- Urges state agencies to address concerns of economically distressed areas and the executive branch to ensure the vitality of Colorado's coal industry
- Urges federal government to adopt policies that preserve diversity in electricity generation resources, including coal, for national and economic security
Legislative Description
Colorado Coal
Last Action
House Committee on State, Veterans, & Military Affairs Postpone Indefinitely
5/4/2015
Committee Referrals
State, Veterans, and Military Affairs4/29/2015
Committee of the Whole4/8/2015
Agriculture, Natural Resources, & Energy3/27/2015
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