Downloaded the new rules, and had a quick read.
Like the ideas on skills. Simplifies the system without negating DC. An option for (+ class level) would be (+ levels skill has been known) - would make skill choice earlier on count more than picking up at skill at 10th level and instantly becoming master. That could complicate what is supposed to simplify the system.
My big question is the healing during turning undead. What would stop players from "Turning Undead" when there is no undead around, just to heal the group?
Gene