The House of Representatives yesterday passed the Coal Residuals Reuse and Management Act of 2013, co-sponsored by Congresswoman Jackie Walorski. This piece of legislation makes the state the primary regulator and issuer of coal ash permits, as long as they meet the minimum federal requirements provided in the bill. This bill allows states to effectively protect the environment and provide cost-effective management of coal ash by setting federal standards and permitting states to respond to local needs.

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