In This Issue:

- Deeper Resources: Rotruck Joins Spilman

- EQB Proposes Substantial Increases in Permit Fees for Unconventional Wells

- Oil & Gas Lessees Retain Important Rights in W.Va.

- Pa. Shale Industry Wants New Endangered Species Laws

- Excerpt from Pa. Shale Industry Wants New Endangered Species Laws:

The Marcellus Shale Coalition, the AssociatedPetroleum Industries of Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Independent Oil & Gas Association are in support of new proposed legislation that would change how creatures are added to Pennsylvania's endangered species list. The bill could potentially eliminate hurdles for drillers...