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Tom Harkin: In fact, in 2009, the number of fatalities in coal mines reached a low of 18.

On the recordMay 19, 2010
In fact, in 2009, the number of fatalities in coal mines reached a low of 18.
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Tom Harkin
Democratic · Iowa

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Highlighting the success of increased inspections in reducing mining fatalities.

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