The October Environmental Synopsis published by the Joint Air and Water Pollution and Conservation Committee provides an update on activities by the Sewage Task Force and on roadside aesthetics.

Other topics include the economic and environmental value of coal gasification, consistent enforcement actions at EPA and contamination of domestic wells.

The Joint Committee is chaired by Rep. Scott Hutchinson (R-Venango), with Sen. Ray Musto (D-Luzerne) serving as vice-chairman.

10/27/2006