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Kentucky Governor Beshear backs federal black lung bill
Original: KY’s Beshear backs black lung bill in Congress
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has announced his support for a black lung bill currently before Congress. The legislation concerns benefits and protections for coal miners suffering from black lung disease, a long-standing issue in Kentucky's coal-producing regions. The endorsement places Beshear alongside mining advocates pushing for federal action on miner health protections.
Why now: Coal miner health is a live political issue in Kentucky, and Beshear's endorsement signals his position ahead of national attention
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