*sigh* I'll say it again. A state (like WV for example) needs to step up, publicly announce a refusal to obey EPA edicts without identical legislation from congress, publicly assure coal producing companies that they may proceed without fear of reprisal, and pass a law with teeth assuring any federal agencies that attempt to enforce EPA edicts will be met with prison.
Protect mines with county sheriffs, and if need be with National Guard.