Robert Byrd: “You might share that one so we could really talk about coal mine inspections.”

This isn't the average. This is deplorable, is what it is. It's not average, and it's not acceptable.

Congress has authorized the most aggressive miner protection laws in the history of the world--history of the universe.

aside from the health and safety laws, what unconventional remedies exist to deal with a rogue mining company that has a reputation for flouting the law?

I find this tactic contrary to every Senator's duty to act in good faith.