EO 14261
Reinvigorating America's Beautiful Clean Coal Industry and Amending Executive Order 14241
Energy & EnvironmentEconomy & TradeGovernment Reform
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Summary
This executive order designates coal as a strategic mineral under federal policy, directs federal agencies to identify and remove regulatory barriers to coal mining on federal lands, and instructs agencies to reconsider or rescind policies that discourage coal production and investment. The order amends a previous executive order on mineral production to include coal within its scope.
Key Points
- 1Coal is designated as a 'mineral' under Executive Order 14241, entitling it to benefits under that order's mineral production framework
- 2Federal agencies must submit a report within 60 days identifying coal resources on federal lands, assessing mining impediments, and proposing removal of barriers
- 3The Secretaries of Interior and Agriculture must prioritize coal leasing on public lands with coal resources and expedite leasing activities using available emergency authorities
- 4A previous coal leasing moratorium is terminated and royalty rate reduction applications will be processed
- 5Within 30-60 days, agencies must identify and consider revising or rescinding federal guidance, regulations, and policies that discourage coal production or coal-fired electricity generation
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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