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LOBBYING REPORT |
Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (Section 5) - All Filers Are Required to Complete This Page
2. Address
Address1 | 816 Park Avenue NW |
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City | Norton |
State | VA |
Zip Code | 24273 |
Country | USA |
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5. Senate ID# 401107435-56345
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6. House ID# 561180001
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TYPE OF REPORT | 8. Year | 2024 |
Q1 (1/1 - 3/31) | Q2 (4/1 - 6/30) | Q3 (7/1 - 9/30) | Q4 (10/1 - 12/31) |
9. Check if this filing amends a previously filed version of this report
10. Check if this is a Termination Report | Termination Date |
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11. No Lobbying Issue Activity |
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Provide a good faith estimate, rounded to the nearest $10,000, of all lobbying related income for the client (including all payments to the registrant by any other entity for lobbying activities on behalf of the client). | 14. REPORTING Check box to indicate expense accounting method. See instructions for description of options. | ||||||||
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Reporting amounts using LDA definitions only
Method B. Reporting amounts under section 6033(b)(8) of the Internal Revenue Code Method C. Reporting amounts under section 162(e) of the Internal Revenue Code |
Signature | Digitally Signed By: Chelsea Ruth Barnes |
Date | 4/19/2024 8:55:41 AM |
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code AGR
16. Specific lobbying issues
Farm bill - retaining investments in rural electric utilities and rural energy programs related to clean energy. Oppose HR 4368 because of cuts to agency budgets impacting rural clean energy programs.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
Chelsea |
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Quenton |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code BNK
16. Specific lobbying issues
Coal mining company bankruptices (no bill number)
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
Chelsea |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code BUD
16. Specific lobbying issues
Appropriations related to funding the Mine Safety and Health Administration, the Office of Surface Mining, Appalachian Regional Reforestation Initiative, Interagency Working Group on Coal-Impacted Communities, the Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization Program, Recompete pilot program, USDA Rural Partners Network, Americorps, and Economic Development Administration. Additionally, proposed Congressional earmarks for community projects in Southwest Virginia. Opposed FY 2024 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriation Act (S. 2131; H.R. 4368); FY 2024 Commerce and Justice, Science Appropriations Act (S. 2321, H.R. 5893); House FY 2024 Energy and Water Appropriations Act (H.R. 4394); FY 2024 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act (S. 2605, H.R. 4821); FY 2024 Labor, Health and Human Services and Related Agencies Appropriation Act (S. 2624, H.R. 5894) because of provisions related to cutting agency budgets. FY 2025 appropriations work related to budgets for DOL and DOI.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code CAW
16. Specific lobbying issues
Generally urging Congress to protect/retain existing laws protecting clean air and water including the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act. Urged members of Congress to protect investments in clean air and clean water included in the Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Support H.R.5983. Oppose bills to roll back National Ambient Air Quality standards, including S 2125, SJ Res 31, HJ Res 69, HJ Res 117, SJ Res 65, HR 7650.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
Chelsea |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code DIS
16. Specific lobbying issues
General education regarding flooding emergency preparedness in Appalachian communities
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
Chelsea |
Barnes |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code ECN
16. Specific lobbying issues
Funding for the Economic Development Administration, maintaining investments in clean energy economic development particularly in disadvantaged communities created in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act. Funding for and improvements to the Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization Program. Oppose FY 2024 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriation Act (S. 2131; H.R. 4368); FY 2024 Commerce and Justice, Science Appropriations Act (S. 2321, H.R. 5893); House FY 2024 Energy and Water Appropriations Act (H.R. 4394); FY 2024 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act (S. 2605, H.R. 4821); FY 2024 Labor, Health and Human Services and Related Agencies Appropriation Act (S. 2624, H.R. 5894) because of impact to rural and Appalachian economies.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
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Chelsea |
Barnes |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code ENG
16. Specific lobbying issues
Defend investments from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act that support clean energy development. Opposing FY 2024 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriation Act (S. 2131; H.R. 4368); FY 2024 Commerce and Justice, Science Appropriations Act (S. 2321, H.R. 5893); House FY 2024 Energy and Water Appropriations Act (H.R. 4394); FY 2024 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act (S. 2605, H.R. 4821); FY 2024 Labor, Health and Human Services and Related Agencies Appropriation Act (S. 2624, H.R. 5894) because of cuts to clean energy programs.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
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Chelsea |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code FUE
16. Specific lobbying issues
Oppose exemptions to the Clean Water Act and National Environmental Protection Act for gas projects. Reauthorization of Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration Authority (HR 7655 and HR 6494) with stronger community and environmental protections agains pipeline ruptures, and more funding and support for community engagement around pipeline impacts. Support PIPE Down Act (no bill number)
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code HCR
16. Specific lobbying issues
Black lung disease, benefits for miners with black lung, and regulations protecting miners' health. Support S. 2416 / HR 6761 the Relief for Survivors of Miners Act. Oppose FY 2024 Labor, Health and Human Services and Related Agencies Appropriation Act (S. 2624, H.R. 5894) because of cuts to the Mine Safety & Health Administration's and DOL's budget. Support stronger regulations of silica dust to protect miners' health. Support easier access to black lung benefits for miners and families of deceased miners. Support H.R.6461 / S 3304 the Black Lung Benefits Improvement Act. Oppose legislative efforts to block MSHA from regulating miners' exposure to silica dust.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor - Dept of (DOL), Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA)
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code INS
16. Specific lobbying issues
Support stronger regulations regarding surety bonds for reclamation for coal companies. (no bill number)
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior - Dept of (DOI), Office of Surface Mining Reclamation & Enforcement
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
Chelsea |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code LBR
16. Specific lobbying issues
Black lung disease, benefits for miners with black lung, and regulations protecting miners' health. Support S. 2416 / HR 6761 the Relief for Survivors of Miners Act. Oppose FY 2024 Labor, Health and Human Services and Related Agencies Appropriation Act (S. 2624, H.R. 5894) because of cuts to the Mine Safety & Health Administration's and DOL's budget. Support stronger regulations of silica dust to protect miners' health. Support easier access to black lung benefits for miners and families of deceased miners. Support H.R.6461 / S 3304 the Black Lung Benefits Improvement Act. Oppose legislative to block MSHA from regulating miners' exposure to silica dust.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor - Dept of (DOL), Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA)
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
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Chelsea |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code MAN
16. Specific lobbying issues
Support clean energy manufacturing incentives particularly targeted at coal-impacted communities. Oppose FY 2024 Commerce and Justice, Science Appropriations Act (S. 2321, H.R. 5893) House FY 2024 Energy and Water Appropriations Act (H.R. 4394) because of cuts to manufacturing incentives.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
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Chelsea |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code NAT
16. Specific lobbying issues
Oppose changes to Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, National Environmental Policy Act. Oppose legislation to repeal environmental programs created in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act. Oppose HR 3746 and HR 2811 for these reasons. Support funding for Appalachian Regional Reforestation Initiative. Recommend changes to the Mining Schools Act (S 912, HR 2685). Support for Community Reclamation Partnerships Act (HR 6233) related to abandoned mine land reclamation partnerships. General issues related to coal mine reclamation, in particular improving reclamation and bonding requirements. Expansion and improvement of abandoned mine land economic revitalization program. Oppose House FY 2024 Energy and Water Appropriations Act (H.R. 4394) and FY 2024 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act (S. 2605, H.R. 4821) because of cuts to agency funding.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior - Dept of (DOI), Office of Surface Mining Reclamation & Enforcement
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code UTI
16. Specific lobbying issues
Funding for rural electric cooperatives to transition to clean energy. Electric transmission issues - ensuring adequate transmission capacity for clean energy build out. Issues related to Tennessee Valley Authority clean energy transition and transparency. Support for HR 404 related to transparency at Tennessee Valley Authority. Support efforts to transition TVA to clean energy and improve transparency and accountability. Oppose FY 2024 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriation Act H.R. 4368 because of cuts to programs for rural electric cooperatives.
Support H.R. 7595 the TVA IRP Act.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code TAX
16. Specific lobbying issues
Retain/protection clean energy tax incentives established in the Inflation Reduction Act.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
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AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS
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26. Name of each previously reported organization that is no longer affiliated with the registrant or client
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FOREIGN ENTITIES
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28. Name of each previously reported foreign entity that no longer owns, or controls, or is affiliated with the registrant, client or affiliated organization
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CONVICTIONS DISCLOSURE
29. Have any of the lobbyists listed on this report been convicted in a Federal or State Court of an offense involving bribery,
extortion, embezzlement, an illegal kickback, tax evasion, fraud, a conflict of interest, making a false statement, perjury, or money laundering?
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