The General Assembly will be in session again the week of June 14 and throughout June. There was little meaningful activity on the budget this week, other than moving potential vehicles into place.

One of the falcons the Rachel Carson Building is missing!

Contents

On the Hill

· Renewable Portfolio Standard Costs Highlight of Senate, House Hearings

· New Poll Shows Public Opposes Growing Greener II Fees

· Underground Storage Tank Fund May Come Up Short, May Raise Gas Prices

· Senate Committee Moves Sewer/Water Funding Bill

· House Passes Continuation of Forestland Beautification Funding

· House Passes Bill Allowing Counties to Fund Stormwater Management Facilities

· Water Well Driller Certification Bill in Senate, House Considers Companion Bill

· Environmental Issues Forum Explores Environment – Health Links

In Other News

· Watershed Groups Recognized for Their AMD Efforts

· Groundwater Plan Released for Comment in Susquehanna Watershed

· Wildlife Habitat Council to Host Land Revitalization Conference

· Nominees Wanted for Land Conservation Award

· PA Geologist Receives National Public Service Award

· PA Company Expands Production of Native Seeds & Plants

· Quick Hits

Taking Positive Actions

· EPA and Giant Food Team Up To Promote Children's Health, Safety

· Sun-Safety Efforts Protect Kids, Allentown School Wins EPA Award

· Erie Student First Winner of Sue Wiseman Scholarship

· EPA Donates Computers to Morrisville Schools

· Efficient Cooling Systems Protect the Environment and Save Money

Watershed NewsClips

Regulations

· DEP Regulations Approved at the Independent Regulatory Review Commission

· June 15 Environmental Quality Board Meeting

Technical Guidance

· Final – Underground Storage of Explosives

6/11/2004