National Bituminous Coal Commission

The National Bituminous Coal Commission was a U.S. federal agency established in 1937 to regulate the bituminous coal industry, which produces a type of soft coal used for electricity and steelmaking. Its main goal was to stabilize the industry, improve working conditions, and prevent unfair practices among coal companies and miners. The commission set standards for wages, hours, and working conditions, and aimed to reduce industry conflicts. It operated until 1946, after which oversight shifted to other agencies, reflecting efforts to ensure fair labor practices and stable coal supplies during that period.