I believe States that want to continue using coal as an affordable and reliable component of its electricity mix should be given the opportunity to do so without Federal interference.
Ed Whitfield: “I believe States that want to continue using coal as an affordable and reliable component of its electricity mix should…”
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Whitfield advocates for state autonomy in energy policy, particularly regarding coal usage.
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