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Latest Releases From Appalachian Voices

Report recommends improvements to Abandoned Mine Lands Economic Revitalization program

Statement on MSHA enforcement initiative aimed at reducing miners’ overexposure to respirable silica

House committee to hold hearing on important coal-related bills

Community advocates welcome RENEW Act to address modern-era coal mine reclamation crisis

Virginia state lawmakers call on U.S. Senate to pass climate reconciliation bill

Wife of Kingston coal ash cleanup worker to be featured in event

Advocates praise federal guidance for abandoned mine land funding

Duke Energy’s fossil-focused Carbon Plan misses 2030 targets

Miners with black lung & families to Manchin: “We’re counting on you, Joe”

Citizen groups notify Justice-owned coal company of intent to sue over reclamation violations

Community groups call on Congress to increase economic revitalization funding

Statement: MVP faces more delay and expense

Appalachian groups urge Biden, Congress to ensure climate action helps energy transition communities

Webinar to explain how the Appalachian Solar Finance Fund is helping coal-impacted communities

FERC conditions amendment approval on MVP restoring federal permits