The Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) has proposed a ban on fracking in the Delaware River Basin (DRB). Though their period for public comments is closed, it is the governors of Delaware, New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania who will decide whether or not a ban will be passed.

If you live in one of these states, let your governor know where you stand on this issue with a postcard or letter. See our information sheet for tips on what to write.

Let your voice be heard!  Together we can achieve a ban on fracking in the Basin in 2019!

In addition to a ban on fracking, the DRBC is also considering allowing the export of clean DRB water to support fracking elsewhere and allowing the import of frack wastewater into the DRB for treatment and disposal. Exporting clean water and importing contaminated water will not benefit the residents of the Basin.

Also, the right of the DRBC to regulate drilling activities one way or another is under threat and must be defended. A lawsuit challenging the DRBC’s right to regulate drilling at all—which if successful would nullify any rules issued by the agency—is under appeal. DCS has filed two friend-of-the-court (amicus) briefs describing the health impacts of fracking. We have been told, off the record, that the briefs deeply impressed the lower court that dismissed the case. We must persevere throughout the appeals process to keep the DRBC’s authority intact. Your donation helps DCS fight for a ban on fracking in the courts.

For more information on the proposed regulations and what you can do see:

• Help Save the Delaware River Basin
• Tell the DRBC: Ban Fracking in the Basin