Coal Distribution and Utilization Act of 1983

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Directs the Secretary of Energy to determine whether the construction of a proposed interstate coal pipeline distribution system would be in the national interest. Directs the Secretary in making such determination to make findings concerning the extent to which the proposed distribution system: (1) would help meet national needs for coal distribution and utilizaton; (2) would enhance competition and provide new market outlets and opportunities for coal producers; (3) would contribute to national security; (4) would result in economic benefits; and (5) would affect the environment. Requires the Secretary before making such findings to provide an opportunity for written comment from any State in which a proposed system would be located or which would otherwise be affected by a system. Directs the Attorney General to conduct an antitrust review to determine the likely effects upon competition of approval of the application. Declares that no application may be determined to be in the national interest if inconsistent with the antitrust laws. Authorizes any individual proposing to build an interstate coal pipeline distribution system which has been determined to be in the national inte…