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Ohio GOP Calls for Slightly Higher Severance Tax Rate

Republicans in the Ohio House of Representatives have revised an oil and natural gas severance tax proposal and are calling for a slightly higher rate, which many believe may have a better chance of passing the Democratic-controlled state senate.

February 12, 2014

New Morgantown Mayor Worried About Fracking Ban

The new mayor of Morgantown, WV, said he is concerned about the potential legal ramifications from the city’s new ordinance banning hydraulic fracturing (fracking), but he indicated that the city will keep the ban in place for now.

July 13, 2011

Driller Sues City Over Fracking Ban

Northeast Natural Energy (NNE) has filed suit in circuit court against the City of Morgantown, WV, to prevent the city from enforcing its new ordinance banning hydraulic fracturing (fracking).

June 28, 2011