Carbon pipeline company seeks pause in permitting schedule after SD adopts eminent domain ban

A major carbon pipeline project has hit a roadblock in South Dakota after state lawmakers banned the use of eminent domain for its construction. Summit Carbon Solutions, the company behind the $9 billion project, is now asking regulators to pause its permit process, citing delays in land surveys. The decision is a victory for landowners

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Lawmakers vote down 6 bills to limit carbon capture in North Dakota 

North Dakota lawmakers pushed back against efforts to restrict carbon pipelines, rejecting six bills that would have imposed new taxes or regulations. Supporters argue these pipelines are key to extending the state’s oil production and keeping ethanol and coal plants viable. Opponents raised concerns over land rights and safety, particularly the risks of pipeline ruptures.

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State Senate narrowly rejects bill to get rid of eminent domain for landowners

North Dakota lawmakers have rejected a proposal to limit eminent domain for carbon pipelines. The bill, which failed by five votes in the Senate, aimed to prevent companies from using eminent domain to secure land for carbon dioxide transport and underground storage. Supporters argued it would protect property rights, while opponents warned it could stall

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Property Acquisition for the Mouse River Protection Project

As work continues toward seeing construction begin on Minot’s flood protection plan in 2017, there are a few properties that will need to be acquired. KMOT News introduces you to a story we’ll be covering in more detail on The Minot Voice.

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