Severance Tax

West Virginia Again in Revenue Squeeze on Low Natural Gas Prices, Coal Demand

West Virginia Again in Revenue Squeeze on Low Natural Gas Prices, Coal Demand

West Virginia is once again grappling with a budget shortfall as severance tax collections have so far missed the mark this fiscal year, which began in July, as natural gas prices stagnate and coal demand remains lackluster.

December 2, 2019

NatGas Tax Back on Table in Pennsylvania As Another Bill Advances

It remains unclear if legislation to enact a severance tax on unconventional natural gas production that cleared the Pennsylvania House Finance Committee this week has enough support to pass the Republican-controlled chamber.

October 19, 2017

NatGas, Coal Are Silver Lining As West Virginia Wades Through Budget Impasse

In the midst of a historic budget impasse, West Virginia’s severance tax collections have again provided a glimmer of light, as higher natural gas prices and more coal sales in May helped push state revenue 20% above projections to $350.4 million.

June 7, 2017