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Contact Congress about H.R. 3015: National Coal Council Reestablishment Act

H.R. 3015 orders the Department of Energy to bring back the National Coal Council as a permanent advisory group on coal issues. The council would follow federal transparency rules but skip the usual automatic expiration date that applies to most advisory committees.

Modern Action explains legislation in plain English, helps you choose whether to support, oppose, or ask for changes, and drafts a message tied to the bill, your stance, and the elected officials who can act on it.

National Coal Council Reestablishment Act is a Senate bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

Latest action on H.R. 3015: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

Who this affects: This bill primarily impacts the Department of Energy and people connected to the coal industry. It creates a formal channel for coal-related input into federal energy decisions.

Why this matters: Bringing back a permanent coal advisory council sends a signal about federal energy priorities and gives the coal industry a dedicated seat at the policy table.

Key provisions in H.R. 3015

  • The Secretary of Energy must reestablish the National Coal Council inside the Department of Energy.
  • The council must be set up according to the charter that was in effect on November 19, 2021.
  • The council's purpose is to advise the Secretary of Energy on coal and coal industry matters.
  • The council must follow Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) rules for transparency and operations.
  • The council is specifically exempt from the FACA rule that automatically shuts down advisory committees, so it can keep operating indefinitely.

How Modern Action helps you take action on H.R. 3015

You do not have to start with a blank letter. Modern Action turns the bill, your position, and the relevant congressional context into a message you can edit and send. The goal is to make contacting Congress clear, specific, and useful without forcing you to parse bill text or figure out the right office on your own.

Questions people ask about H.R. 3015

What is H.R. 3015?
H.R. 3015 orders the Department of Energy to bring back the National Coal Council as a permanent advisory group on coal issues. The council would follow federal transparency rules but skip the usual automatic expiration date that applies to most advisory committees.
How do I support or oppose H.R. 3015?
Choose support, oppose, or ask for changes on Modern Action. The action flow drafts the message for you and keeps the wording tied to this bill.
Who should I contact about H.R. 3015?
Modern Action uses your location to route the action to the congressional offices relevant to the bill and your representation.
Can Modern Action explain H.R. 3015 before I act?
Yes. Modern Action gives you a plain-English summary, current status, and action context before you send anything.