A Republican bill with 5 Republican cosponsors · See all 5 cosponsors
Last activity — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
In the other chamber's committee
Passed one chamber and has been handed to a committee in the other.
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Passed House 217–209
- In Senate committee
What this bill would do
This Act, titled the "National Coal Council Reestablishment Act," directs the Secretary of Energy to reestablish the National Coal Council within the Department of Energy. The council will operate according to the charter that was in effect on November 19, 2021. The council's purpose is to provide advice and recommendations to the Secretary of Energy regarding coal and the coal industry. This legislation was passed by the House of Representatives on September 18, 2025. It has been referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources in the Senate.
Yes· 3 of 10
- Scored +2
Would business owners be better off under this?
The bill specifically benefits business owners within the coal and energy sectors.
- Scored +2
Is this likely to create jobs?
The reestablishment of the council aims to support and advise the coal industry which may indirectly support industry employment.
- Scored +1
Does this invest in rural communities?
Support for the coal industry can benefit economically dependent rural areas.
The opposite· 3 of 7
- Scored -4
Does this reduce how much oil, gas and coal is produced?
The bill promotes the coal industry, which opposes the reduction of fossil fuel production.
- Scored -3
Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?
The focus on coal industry support may conflict with efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
- Scored -2
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?
The bill's exemption from certain termination requirements might reduce oversight of the council's impact on environmental policy.
What Congress actually voted on
One recorded vote has been taken on this bill.
- The House: the vote on whether to pass the bill This is the real decision in this chamber. Passing here sends the bill to the other chamber, which must pass it too before it can go to the President. Passed 217 yes · 209 no
09/18/2025 · Roll call 278 · recorded as “On Passage”
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Advice for the Coal Industry: The Secretary of Energy will receive advice and recommendations related to coal and the coal industry through the reestablished National Coal Council (Section 2, subsection a).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Exemption from Termination Rules: The National Coal Council will not be subject to the termination requirements found in Section 1013 of title 5, United States Code (Section 2, subsection b, paragraph 2).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — Support for the coal industry can benefit economically dependent rural areas. Does this reduce how much oil, gas and coal is produced? — The bill promotes the coal industry, which opposes the reduction of fossil fuel production. Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change? — The focus on coal industry support may conflict with efforts to reduce carbon emissions. Does this better protect air, water and wildlife? — The bill's exemption from certain termination requirements might reduce oversight of the council's impact on environmental policy. Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power? — By prioritizing coal, the bill may indirectly divert political or economic focus away from renewable energy.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would business owners be better off under this? — The bill specifically benefits business owners within the coal and energy sectors. Would billionaires be better off under this? Would people with substantial wealth be better off under this? — Industry support may benefit high-net-worth stakeholders in energy. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The bill supports the coal industry, which is a significant economic driver in many rural areas. Would the very wealthiest people be better off under this? Would union members be better off under this? — Increased industry advocacy may provide more stability for coal-related labor unions. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — Coal industry advancement can sometimes conflict with land and environmental interests of Native American tribes.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The reestablishment of the council aims to support and advise the coal industry which may indirectly support industry employment. Is this likely to grow the economy? — By providing specialized advice to the Secretary of Energy, the bill seeks to bolster the coal sector's economic role.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill strengthens a specific advisory body within the Department of Energy. Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — Exempting the council from certain termination requirements under the Federal Advisory Committee Act may reduce transparency. Does this limit the influence of paid lobbyists? — The creation of a specialized council may increase industry-specific lobbying opportunities.
- 9/19/2025
- Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
- 9/18/2025
- Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 209 (Roll no. 278). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H4428: 1)
- On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 209 (Roll no. 278). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H4428)
- Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4442-4443)
- POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 3015, the Chair put the question on passage of the bill, and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Pallone demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
- The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
- DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 3015.
- Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4922, H.R. 5143, H.R. 5140, H.R. 5125, H.R. 1047, H.R. 3015 and H.R. 3062. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 4922, H.R. 5143, H.R. 5140, H.R. 5125, H.R. 1047, H.R. 3015, and H.R. 3062 under a closed rule, and provides for a motion to recommit on each measure.
- Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 707. (consideration: CR H4428)
- 9/15/2025
- Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 707 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4922, H.R. 5143, H.R. 5140, H.R. 5125, H.R. 1047, H.R. 3015 and H.R. 3062. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 4922, H.R. 5143, H.R. 5140, H.R. 5125, H.R. 1047, H.R. 3015, and H.R. 3062 under a closed rule, and provides for a motion to recommit on each measure.
- 7/2/2025
- Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-185.
- Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 150.
- 6/25/2025
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 25 - 20.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 6/5/2025
- Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by the Yeas and Nays: 15 - 13.
- 6/3/2025
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy.
- 4/28/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/24/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Troy BaldersonRepublican · Ohio
H. GriffithRepublican · Virginia
Erin HouchinRepublican · Indiana
Riley MooreRepublican · West Virginia
Ann WagnerRepublican · Missouri