Public interest law and advocacy for a just and healthy Appalachia
Appalachian Citizens’ Law Center
We combine legal advocacy, policy work, and community partnerships to help citizens engage in and influence the systems that shape their lives.
We fight for
Miner Safety
and Health
Environmental
Justice
Water and
Energy Equity
Flood and
Climate Resilience
Our strategy
Legal
advocacy
Win benefits for miners with black lung, protect workers from discrimination, and hold coal companies accountable for safety.
Policy
advocacy
Push for laws that protect people, land, and future generations while ensuring coalfield voices are heard in decision-making.
Research + analysis
Turn community data into evidence-based solutions that reach policymakers, driving smarter laws and better protections.
Coalition building
Organize with grassroots advocates and frontline partners to strengthen movements for long-term justice and resilience.
Latest News
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Legislative session wrap-up on energy focused legislation
During the 2026 legislative session, there was more conversation and focus than usual on utility affordability, especially energy affordability. Unfortunately, little was actually accomplished to address this pressing…
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Silica Dust Rule Delayed Again
Across Appalachia, we see people deeply committed to the mountains and their communities. That commitment endures despite a long history of under-investment and marginalization. At the same time,…
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Trump Administration Uses Ridiculous Excuse to Indefinitely Delay Black Lung Safeguards
For Immediate Release: April 9, 2026 COAL COUNTRY – As the Trump Administration continues to tout that it is bringing back the coal industry, the safeguards that could…
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