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ND HCR3017
Concurrent Resolution
Status
3/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Anna Novak
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AI Summary
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Recognizes December 6th as annual "Miner's Day" in North Dakota to honor coal miners for their contributions to reliable, affordable energy and regional energy security
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Highlights the lignite coal industry's economic impact: $5.5 billion in business activity, 12,000 jobs, $100 million in tax revenue, and 55% of the state's electricity generation
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Urges the federal government to review and repeal the 2009 EPA Endangerment Finding on greenhouse gases to remove regulatory barriers to new coal plant construction
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Calls on federal agencies to revise policies that disadvantage coal-based energy and to ensure fair competition among coal, natural gas, nuclear, and renewable energy sources
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Requests federal partnership with North Dakota to accelerate carbon capture technology, rare earth mineral extraction from lignite deposits, and other innovations supporting the coal industry
Legislative Description
A concurrent resolution recognizing December 6th as annual "Miner's Day" to honor the hard work and dedication of coal miners, whose critical efforts provide reliable and affordable energy to millions of people, fuel economic growth, and support the energy security of North Dakota and the region.
Last Action
Filed with Secretary Of State 03/20
3/20/2025