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S. 1844 (97th)

Coal Distribution and Utilization Act of 1982

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Introduced

12 November 1981

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Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under Regular Orders. Calendar No. 765.

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24 March 2026

Summary

Coal Distribution and Utilization Act of 1981 - Directs the Secretary of Energy to determine whether any proposed interstate coal pipeline distribution system is in the national interest. Permits the exercise of the power of eminent domain with respect to the construction of any coal pipeline distribution system determined by the Secretary to be in the national interest. Prohibits the acquiring through eminent domain of water, historic sites, and wildlife or wilderness refuges. Amends the Mineral Lands Leasing of 1920 to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to grant rights-of-way through Federal lands for coal pipelines. Prohibits the use of water found within a State for an interstate coal pipeline distribution system, unless the use is pursuant to State law.

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