CHARLESTON GAZETTE-MAIL: ‘It just ain’t right’: Congress’ Failure to Restore Tax Behind Black Lung Benefits

This article quotes our Director of Policy & Organizing, Rebecca Shelton:

“It’s a very small thing to ask for the continuation of this tax at its very low rate. We’re just asking for a continuation of the status quo. Senators and representatives often pledge their support for miners and their families, but we don’t see those words realized through action often enough.”

Read the full article here.