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inaction by federal regulators to address the problem. "The recent investigative report by several news organizations on the devastating impact of blacklung and the lengths that some mine operations go to circumvent their responsibility... Published: Wednesday, July 18, 2012 Words: 590
and ask ourselves how long will we tolerate deadly working conditions for our nation's miners? "The crisis is particularly acute because we know there are solutions that will save thousands of lives," said Harkin, chairman of the Senate... Published: Saturday, July 14, 2012 Words: 624
soon as possible, and to ensure that all future benefits are issued timely," said Labor Department spokesman Jesse Lawder. Reach KenWard Jr. at kward@wvgazette.com or 304-348-1702.... Published: Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Words: 303
United Mine Workers safety director Dennis O’Dell prior to Tuesday’s legislative hearing on the Upper Big Branch Mine Disaster. Reach KenWard Jr. at kward@wvgazette.com or 304-348-1702.... Published: Wednesday, February 08, 2012 Words: 819
mining regions make a transition, rather than digging in their heels and refusing to acknowledge that the world is changing." Reach KenWard Jr. at kward@wvgazette.com or 304-348-1702.... Published: Sunday, November 11, 2012 Words: 1037
Earthjustice. "For their record, I would say well intentioned but needs to be more comprehensive, forceful and effective." Reach KenWard Jr. at kward@wvgazette.com or 304-348-1702.... Published: Sunday, October 21, 2012 Words: 1749
ranking Democrat. "It would put miners' lives at greater risk from mine owners who operate outside the margins of safety." Reach KenWard Jr. at kward@wvgazette.com or 304-348-1702.... Published: Sunday, October 28, 2012 Words: 1523
encouraged by management to be that advocate." While neither Goodwin nor Alpha will control how the research funding is distributed, Goodwin said he hopes there is a focus on preventing accidents over responding to them. "I'm in the... Published: Thursday, October 11, 2012 Words: 556
question. During a two-day legislative hearing three weeks ago, McAteer offered little enthusiasm for the Legislature's approach. McAteer said the provision in the governor's bill was a "distraction" from efforts to prevent another... Published: Tuesday, February 28, 2012 Words: 995
in a statement. Five years ago, a National Academy study reported that far too few federal research dollars in the energy arena were spent on projects aimed at keeping coal miners safe and healthy. That study recommended an increase... Published: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 Words: 542