This committee monitors an increasing number of federal and state environmental issues and regulations to develop a appropriate response. Their reports and updates are provided to the members.

The mission of the Safety Committee is to provide a venue for continued improvement of safety in the Oil and Natural Gas Industry in West Virginia via the sharing and promoting of Best Practices, providing safety resources for members and contractors and promoting public awareness.

We ensure that the views and concerns of our members are taken into consideration by West Virginia lawmakers, the association maintains a constant presence at the Capitol. During the legislative sessions, our members meet weekly to discuss legislation. In addition, the committee hosts legislative meetings as a way to share information and to maintain consensus on key issues.

The committee works with the board of directors and executive committee on industry and association dealings with public and media related issues, They also work to develop informative public educational programs to promote a positive image of the oil and natural gas industry in West Virginia.

Our newest committee that focuses on the positive impacts the Marcellus and Utica shale can provide to West Virginia. Our purpose is twofold:

• Focus on the environmental, economic, transportation and other related issues that are unique to the shale development
• Concentrate on solving the challenges that negatively influence the benefits of the shale development.

The Legal committee performs a variety of issues that impact the industry.  Attorneys from member companies are asked to review proposed regulations and respond as needed.

The Tax committee consists of tax professionals and lawyers from member companies; they review tax changes that impact the industry and respond appropriately.