United StatesDefense officials must seek coal-power contracts for key facilities
The Department of War must seek long-term coal-power contracts for military and other mission-critical facilities, subject to existing law and available funding.
What it does
The Secretary of War, working with the Energy Secretary, must seek long-term contracts with coal-fired power facilities for military and other mission-critical sites. Projects that improve reliability or fuel security receive priority, subject to law and available funding.
Argument forLong-term coal-power contracts could give military facilities a steadier electricity supply and help prevent blackouts during emergencies.
Argument againstBecause agreements depend on existing law and available funding, the order may not result in any contracts or added power.
More detail
The Secretary of War must seek power contracts with coal-fired power facilities. The contracts may serve Department of War installations and other mission-critical facilities. Officials should prioritize projects that improve grid reliability, help prevent blackouts, secure fuel on site, or support defense and intelligence missions. Implementation must follow existing law and depends on available funding. The order does not create a legal right or benefit that anyone can enforce against the government.
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History
- 2026
- Feb 17Published in the Federal RegisterPublished
- Feb 11Signed by President Donald TrumpSigned
National SecurityEnvironment & EnergyEmergency Management