Coal Plants Get Pollution Pass to Keep Lights On Cheaply
Published Date: 7/23/2025
Presidential Document
Summary
The government is giving coal-fired power plants a break from tough pollution rules that are hard to meet right now. This change helps keep electricity affordable, saves thousands of jobs, and protects America’s energy security by preventing power plant shutdowns. The new relief starts immediately and aims to keep the lights on without risking big costs or energy shortages.
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Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Two-Year Exemption for Certain Plants
Certain stationary sources listed in Annex I are exempted from complying with the amended MATS Rule for two years. The Exemption applies from July 8, 2027 through July 8, 2029, and during that period those sources remain subject to the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) as they existed before the Rule.
Keeps Electricity Affordable and Secure
You may see fewer coal plant shutdowns and continued electricity affordability because the President exempted certain plants from the stricter rule for two years. The proclamation says this Exemption is intended to save thousands of jobs and protect the Nation’s energy security between July 8, 2027 and July 8, 2029.
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