SB 1358
An Act amending the act of July 25, 1961 (P.L.825, No.359), known as the Oil and Gas Conservation Law, further providing for drilling permits.
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Bill overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania’s Oil and Gas Conservation Law to establish a permitting process for wells intended to produce primarily from the Utica shale formation, specifically when those wells penetrate the Onondaga formation or reach a depth of three thousand eight hundred feet. The permitting process will be governed by existing regulations outlined in 58 Pa.C.S. Ch. 32. This amendment clarifies the requirements for drilling permits in relation to specific geological horizons.
Key provisions
- Requires a drilling permit for wells targeting the Utica shale formation when penetrating the Onondaga formation or reaching 3,800 feet.
- The permit application must comply with regulations under 58 Pa.C.S. Ch. 32.
- The amendment specifically addresses drilling permits for wells intended to produce primarily from the Utica shale.
- The permitting process applies to wells that penetrate the Onondaga formation.
- The bill updates the Oil and Gas Conservation Law regarding drilling permit requirements.
Who is affected
- Oil and gas operators
- Well drillers
- The Oil and Gas Conservation Commission
- The Department of Mines and Mineral Industries
- Landowners with interests in oil and gas leases
Notable changes
- Introduces a specific permitting requirement for wells targeting the Utica shale formation under certain depth conditions.
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Lisa Boscola
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