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House Briefing on A.C.H.E. Act

On Tuesday, 23 April 2013, Rep. John Yarmuth (D-KY) hosted a science briefing for members and staff of the House of Representatives regarding the underlying science supporting the Appalachian Communities Health Emergency (A.C.H.E.) Act. Here’s the video of his remarks:    

Jeff Biggers: Passing the A.C.H.E. Act is a No-Brainer

An excellent analysis of what makes the A.C.H.E. Act so important within the larger framework of attempts to bring justice to communities tormented by predatory industry: http://www.commondreams.org/view/2013/02/08-1  

The A.C.H.E. Act Is Re-Introduced In The 113th Congress!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Appalachian Community Health Emergency Campaign www.ACHEact.org     Contact: Bo Webb, Appalachian Community Health Emergency Campaign, 304.237.0065, webb.bo@gmail.com Bob Kincaid, Appalachian Community Health Emergency Campaign, 304.640.6495, bobkincaid@gmail.com Maria Gunnoe, Appalachian Community Health Emergency Campaign, 304-245-8481(o), 304-989-9581(c), wvhollowgirl@gmail.com   House Representatives Introduce Bill to Address Appalachian Health Crisis and Stop Mountaintop Removal Bill [...]

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Images: Mountain Top Removal

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Images: Mountain Top Removal Blast (sequence)