The Senate Coal Caucus serves as a forum through which legislators and industry representatives can collaborate on the needs of the coal industry, focus on the utilization and consumption of coal to significantly reduce consumer demands on foreign fuels and highlight new coal technologies within the industry.
“The coal industry is a major economic player in Pennsylvania and will continue to play a large role in helping the citizens of Pennsylvania manage their energy needs,” Sen. Yaw said. “Working in a bipartisan manner, the members of the Legislative Coal Caucus can have a significant impact on policy and help the industry and its workers meet future challenges.”
Committee News
New study highlights importance of Pennsylvania coal to economy, beyond a reliable energy source
The Pennsylvania Coal Alliance (PCA) today announced an independent report conducted by the Allegheny Conference on Community Development on the economic impact of the coal mining industry in Pennsylvania. [Read More]
PA Lawmakers Announce Re-Organization of Legislative Coal Caucus
State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) and Sen. Jim Brewster (D-45) along with Rep. Frank Burns (D-72) and Rep. Jim Struzzi (R-62) today announced they will serve as co-chairs for the Legislative Coal Caucus during the 2023-2024 session. [Read More]
Lawmakers Announce Re-organization of Legislative Coal Caucus
State Sen. Gene Yaw (R-23) and Sen. John Yudichak (I-14) along with Rep. Tommy Sankey (R-73) and Rep. Pam Snyder (D-50) today announced that they will serve as Co-Chair’s for the Legislative Coal Caucus during the 2021-2022 Session. [Read More]
Meetings and Hearings
Impact of the EPA’s Final Clean Power Plan on Pennsylvania’s Coal and Associated Industries
Pennsylvania House and Senate Coal Caucuses Joint Hearing – November 17, 2015 [Read More]
Pennsylvania House, Senate Coal Caucuses Convene at State Capitol
A bipartisan group of state legislators met Tuesday at the Capitol Building to discuss the federal Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed “Clean Power Plan” and its impact on Pennsylvania’s job climate, electric rates and overall economy. [Read More]
The Effects of EPA’s Proposed “Clean Power Plan” on Pennsylvania
Senate and House Coal Caucus Hearing – June 16, 2015 [Read More]