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House Environmental Resources & Energy -1:30 p.m.
Posted: Tue, 30 Sep 2008 20:52:25 +0000
The House Environmental Resources & Energy Committee held a hearing today on natural gas exploration in the Marcellus Shale formation. The committee received testimony from DEP, the Susquehanna River Basin and the industry. There was general concurrence about the economic potential for the industry, but concerns linger regarding water usage and DEP regulation. Look for the [...]

PLS announces launch of Lobbytracpa
Posted: Mon, 29 Sep 2008 16:02:58 +0000
Pennsylvania Legislative Services Launches Lobbytracpa New website gives legislators, businesses, and government affairs professionals the most powerful tool for connecting lobbyists and clients in Pennsylvania and beyond HARRISBURG, PA, Sept. 29 Pennsylvania Legislative Services (PLS), the state’s premier legislative tracking and media outlet, today announced the launch of Lobbytracpa, a comprehensive web-based system allowing lobbyists and firms the [...]

Rendell speaks on the bailout plan
Posted: Thu, 25 Sep 2008 18:20:24 +0000
Gov. Rendell announced this afternoon that he has drafted a letter to the Pennsylvania federal delegation regarding the bipartisan bailout agreement announced by Senator Dodd and Congressman Frank today. The letter outlines a number of issues Rendell would like included in the agreement, including a $100 billion infrastructure initiative on top of the $700 billion [...]

House Professional Licensure - Off the Floor
Posted: Wed, 24 Sep 2008 19:36:59 +0000
Professional Licensure met this afternoon to report out SB 908 relating to Ebay and other online auction “trading assistants.” Check the Capitol Toolbox later for the full story.

Senate Approprations - Off the Floor
Posted: Wed, 24 Sep 2008 17:02:42 +0000
Senate Approp met off the floor this afternoon and voted out four bills, including HB 647 - relating to the licensure of crane operators. Check the Capitol Toolbox later for the full story.