The 2012 Regular Session of the Legislature adjourned late Friday afternoon, March 16th, with approval of the budget bill for fiscal year 2013, beginning this July. During the 60 days there were 2,029 bills introduced by both the Senate (678) and the House (1,351). Of those, 113 Senate bills and 101 House bills, for a total of 214 bills were passed and completed legislative action.
We appreciate everyone who joined together with us at the Association in defense of the coal industry throughout the 60-day session. Those collective efforts resulted in the passage of the following bills as well as preventing passage of many bills that would have negatively affected our industry. Again thanks to all who assisted, both in the Capitol and from your homes and offices.
A summary of bills that passed, as well as those which did not, that were of concern and relevant to the industry is available at the Association office, 304-342-4153.