The state of coal community protections 48 years after landmark mining law On Aug. 3, 1977, President Jimmy Carter signed the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act into law. This anniversary presents a good opportunity to discuss SMCRA’s intent, where it’s fallen short ...

President Jimmy Carter signed the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act into law on Aug. 3, 1977. This week, we're discussing SMCRA’s intent, where it’s fallen short over the years & how the Trump administration is undermining SMCRA’s protections. #SMCRA #CoalMiners #BlackLungKills