Environmental concerns also are factors. Industry analysts expect some easing of coal mining regulations under the leadership of former Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt at the EPA. Emails released this week reveal Pruitt has had close ties to the fossil fuel industry and has coordinated with fossil fuel companies to work against federal regulations, according to published reports.
Mine Reclamation Meeting Slated in W-B
Source: The Standard Speaker | Published: 2/26/2017