The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission has announced the distribution of over $240 million in natural gas impact fees.
That represents an increase of $79 million over last year’s disbursement. The PUC says it was due primarily to an increase in new wells in 2025 and a higher average price for natural gas. The PUC administers the collection and distribution of impact fees on unconventional gas wells, as established by Act 13 of 2012, to ensure that communities across Pennsylvania receive support for infrastructure and environmental improvements linked to natural gas development. Last year, the state distributed over $164.5 million.
Indiana County is set to see an increase of nearly 50% in Act 13 funding over last year. The county will get $251,159, as compared to $141,604 received the year before. Municipalities and counties can use that money to improve roads, bridges and public infrastructure; water, stormwater and sewer systems; emergency preparedness; environmental programs and other areas.
