No Federal Methane Rules = States Passing Methane Rules

Where do we find no methane state rules? Texas and North Dakota

How many states have enacted rules concerning methane? 6

• Colorado was first in 2014
• Ohio, Wyoming and California followed Colorado’s lead
• Pennsylvania began rule making process in December 2018
• New Mexico used Governor Executive Order to jump start the issue

What is industry saying?

• Industry has pressed for federal rules
• Industry has voluntarily cut methane emissions

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