McKinley Turns Up Heat on Coal Ash Issue

Statement

Rep. David E. McKinley, P.E. (R-W.Va.) sent letters to Senate and House Conferees concerning the discussions on the upcoming transportation. It asks for them to include important coal ash language that was included in the House transportation extension. This issue has received significant bipartisan support with 19 Democrats and 66 Republicans signing on the letter.

"If the EPA deems coal ash as a hazardous material, it will have a devastating economic impact around the country," said Rep. McKinley. "With broad bipartisan support, we're sending a message to the EPA that coal ash is a viable part of the construction and other industries. At the same time, this amendment implements important federal disposal regulations for the first time in more than 30 years."

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