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OH HCR13
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Introduced
9/12/2017
Primary Sponsor
Thomas West
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AI Summary
- Urges the U.S. Congress to pass the RECLAIM Act (HR 1731) to assist coal-dependent communities in Ohio and nationwide affected by industry decline
- Coal mining jobs have fallen over 90% from the industry's peak, with many Ohio communities struggling to recover from mine closures
- The RECLAIM Act would distribute an estimated $64 million to Ohio over five years for mine reclamation and economic development in agriculture, energy, recreational tourism, and industry
- The Act would redistribute existing federal funds without raising new taxes or fees on individuals or businesses
- Directs the House Clerk to transmit the resolution to Congress, the Ohio Congressional delegation, and Ohio news media
Legislative Description
Assist communities negatively impacted by energy changes
Environment and Natural Resources
Last Action
Introduced and Referred to Committee: Federalism and Interstate Relations
9/12/2017
Committee Referrals
Federalism and Interstate Relations9/12/2017
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