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Watchdog group calls decreased tax on coal a "blatant subsidy" for the coal industry

Watchdog group calls decreased tax on coal a "blatant subsidy" for the coal industry

The analysis reflects a growing concern about the fiscal health of a federal fund that supports tens of thousands of disabled coal miners.
Black lung trust fund likely burdened by Murray bankruptcy

Black lung trust fund likely burdened by Murray bankruptcy

Murray Energy could be responsible for as much as $155 million under the Black Lung Act and general workers' compensation, but testimony shows that the company only offered $1.1 million in collateral to the fund.

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