RECLAIM Act of 2021

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Explore the details of House Bill 1733 RECLAIM Act of 2021 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Environmental Protection. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/17/2024, 11:44 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1733

Bill 117 hr 1733, also known as the RECLAIM Act of 2021, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address the issue of abandoned mine lands and promote economic development in communities affected by coal mining.

The RECLAIM Act of 2021 aims to allocate funds to states and tribes for the reclamation of abandoned mine lands, which are areas that have been left in a state of disrepair after mining activities have ceased. By reclaiming these lands, the bill seeks to improve environmental conditions, create jobs, and stimulate economic growth in regions that have been negatively impacted by coal mining.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the distribution of funds to support economic development projects in communities affected by coal mining. This could include investments in infrastructure, workforce development, and other initiatives aimed at revitalizing these areas. Overall, the RECLAIM Act of 2021 is a bipartisan effort to address the environmental and economic challenges faced by communities impacted by coal mining. By providing funding for the reclamation of abandoned mine lands and supporting economic development projects, this bill seeks to improve the quality of life for residents in these regions and promote sustainable growth for the future.

Congressional Summary of HR 1733

Revitalizing the Economy of Coal Communities by Leveraging Local Activities and Investing More Act of 2021 or the RECLAIM Act of 2021

This bill revises requirements concerning the Abandoned Mine Reclamation Fund, including by expanding the eligible uses of the fund. Specifically, the bill allows the fund to be used to provide support for economic revitalization, diversification, and development in economically distressed mining communities through the reclamation and restoration of land and water resources adversely affected by abandoned coal mines.

In addition, it requires specified amounts to be annually distributed from the fund through FY2026 to states and Indian tribes for reclaiming and restoring lands and waters so affected.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1733

Bill HR 1733 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 10, 2021. Bill HR 1733 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 10, 2021. Bill HR 1733's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 406. as of November 16, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1733

Total Number of Sponsors

Democrat Sponsors

Republican Sponsors

Unaffiliated Sponsors

Total Number of Cosponsors

122

Democrat Cosponsors

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Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1733

Primary Policy Focus

Environmental Protection

Potential Impact Areas

- Administrative law and regulatory procedures

- Coal

- Congressional oversight

- Department of the Interior

- Economic development

- Executive agency funding and structure

- Government studies and investigations

- Government trust funds

- Hazardous wastes and toxic substances

- Indian social and development programs

- Land use and conservation

- Mining

- Water quality

- Water use and supply

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1733

RECLAIM Act of 2021

To amend the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 to provide funds to States and Indian tribes for the purpose of promoting economic revitalization, diversification, and development in economically distressed communities through the reclamation and restoration of land and water resources adversely affected by coal mining carried out before August 3, 1977, and for other purposes.

RECLAIM Act of 2021

Revitalizing the Economy of Coal communities by Leveraging local Activities and Investing More Act of 2021

RECLAIM Act of 2021