According to an article in the Philadelphia Inquirer, Governor Corbett's advisory commission on the Marcellus Shale called on the State to become the first to regulate gas pipelines in rural areas. Pennsylvania is the only natural gas producing state in the US that does not have any regulation on the companies that drill in the well fields.
The pipeline industry has successfully fought any regulations for years. earlier this year both houses passed different versions of a bill giving the Pennsylvania State Public Utility Commission the authority to oversee pipeline in populated areas. But, according to the Inquirer, the panel's report calls for regulation even in the most rural areas.
Saturday, July 23, 2011
Democratic Summer Event August 20
Don't miss the Franklin County Democratic party. Join us at the Roy Pitz Brewery in Chambersburg on Saturday August 20, 3-8 pm. Two local bands, good local beer and lots of fun. Admission is $10. for adults and $7. for students and includes beer for those 21 years of age and older. Good food will also be available. Time to regroup and reenergize for the tough political battles ahead.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)