Drilling on State Lands to Balance the Budget?

On June 2, 2014, at 10 AM, the Pennsylvania House Democratic Policy Committee will conduct a hearing in Harrisburg (Minority Caucus Room, 418 Main Capitol) to attempt to address Governor Corbett's proposal to allow drilling on state lands to balance the budget.

The hearing is being arranged by State Representative Greg Vitali, Democratic Chairman of the House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee.

Panelists will include:

Public attendance is welcome, but questions will be limited to Policy Committee members. Members of the public can submit written questions and comments to the committee.

We encourage hikers throughout Pennsylvania to share their concerns about drilling on public land. If you would like to submit comments or questions before June 2, please contact Rob Fogel, Legislative Assistant to State Representative Greg Vitali, at RFogel@pahouse.net.