TOMES ATTENDS CONGRESSIONAL HEARING ON COAL INDUSTRY: State Sen. Jim Tomes (R-Wadesville) attends the Committee on Education and Workforce meeting on May 8 to speak about the future of coal mining in America with Congressman and Chairman Tim Walberg (MI-05, first photo) and Congressman Mark Messmer (IN-08, second photo).
The meeting discussed the importance of the coal mining industry, as well as how to help the industry grow and keep mines safe for workers. The committee also heard testimony from industry experts from nearby districts and across the country.
"Coal is an essential resource that we need to provide reliable, affordable energy in America," Tomes said. "It was great to see the members of the committee speak on the value of the industry and how we can improve it moving forward."
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