Section 25-17-4

(a) The Coal-Impacted Communities Economic and Workforce Development Grant Program is established for the purpose of awarding grants to eligible local development organizations for regional economic and workforce development initiatives in coal-impacted communities in the state. (b) The Secretary of the Department of Workforce shall implement and administer the grant program. (c) Grant funds awarded under this program may be used to support coal-impacted communities through any of the following: (1) Workforce development and training programs. (2) Quality of place initiatives that enhance community livability and economic competitiveness. (3) Public works, infrastructure, and public services. (4) Capital improvement that support community resilience and economic development. (5) Operations of the Alabama Surface Mining Commission.