National Coal Council Schedules January Policy Update Meeting
Published Date: 12/23/2025
Notice
Summary
The National Coal Council is holding an open meeting on January 15, 2026, to share updates and advice about coal with government leaders. Anyone interested can watch online or speak up by signing up a week ahead. This meeting helps shape future coal policies, affecting the energy industry and communities tied to coal jobs and energy costs.
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Council Advises Secretary on Coal Policy
The National Coal Council provides advice, information, and recommendations to the Secretary of Energy on matters relating to coal and the coal industry. That advisory role can help shape future coal policies that affect the energy industry and communities tied to coal jobs and energy costs.
Live Stream Open to the Public
You can watch the National Coal Council meeting online via a live stream at https://nationalcoalcouncil.energy.gov/ncc. The meeting is scheduled for January 15, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to no later than 12:00 noon (EST).
Oral Comments Allowed with Sign-Up
Members of the public may make oral statements at the meeting if they contact the listed DOE official and sign up at least seven days before the meeting. About 10 minutes in total are reserved for public comments and no speaker may exceed five minutes; exact time per speaker depends on the number of requests.
Written Statements May Be Filed
If you cannot attend or have insufficient time to speak, you may send a written statement to the Council before or after the meeting by contacting the DOE official listed in the notice. Minutes of the meeting will be posted online at https://nationalcoalcouncil.energy.gov/ncc or available from the contact.
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