US EditionIs Congress Trampling on State Laws Protecting Property Rights Against Pipelines?
- The U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee approved legislation that could allow federal regulators to bypass state laws for pipeline permits on May 14, 2025.
- This legislation emerged amid bipartisan concerns as it would create an expedited federal permitting process for pipelines after operators pay $10 million, overriding state authority.
- The measure includes exclusive Federal Energy Regulatory Commission licensing for pipelines carrying various energy products, and critics warn it limits public input and shortens environmental reviews.
- South Dakota Rep. Karla Lems called it "federal overreach," while MAGA Republican Jon Hansen tweeted "property rights are under attack again," highlighting broad opposition.
- Stakeholders, including Dakota Rural Action, urged Congress to oppose the bill, and some lawmakers expect the controversial language to be removed before final passage.
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Is Congress trampling on state laws protecting property rights against pipelines? • Oklahoma Voice
South Dakota state Rep. Karla Lems, R-Canton, speaks to hundreds of rally attendees at the South Dakota Capitol in Pierre on Jan. 13, 2025, during an event highlighting opposition to a carbon dioxide pipeline. (Photo by Joshua Haiar/South Dakota Searchlight)Lawmakers and advocates on the right and left are raising questions about a provision in legislation a powerful U.S. House committee approved Wednesday, with critics arguing it would allow fe…
Congress clouds state laws on protecting property rights against pipelines • Louisiana Illuminator
South Dakota state Rep. Karla Lems, R-Canton, speaks to hundreds of rally attendees at the South Dakota Capitol in Pierre on Jan. 13, 2025, during an event highlighting opposition to a carbon dioxide pipeline. (Photo by Joshua Haiar/South Dakota Searchlight)Lawmakers and advocates on the right and left are raising questions about a provision in legislation a powerful U.S. House committee approved Wednesday, with critics arguing it would allow fe…
Private property rights up for debate as Powder Mountain seeks permits for ski lift, art hike trails
After weighing private property rights against well-established public access, the Cache County Council will allow Powder Mountain to build a private ski lift and maintenance shack this summer. However, the Eden-area resort’s plan to build nine miles of trails for an “art hike” has been put on hold.
Is Congress trampling on state laws protecting property rights against pipelines? • Source New Mexico
South Dakota state Rep. Karla Lems, R-Canton, speaks to hundreds of rally attendees at the South Dakota Capitol in Pierre on Jan. 13, 2025, during an event highlighting opposition to a carbon dioxide pipeline. (Photo by Joshua Haiar/South Dakota Searchlight)Lawmakers and advocates on the right and left are raising questions about a provision in legislation a powerful U.S. House committee approved Wednesday, with critics arguing it would allow fe…
Nebraska Examiner
Is Congress trampling on state laws protecting property rights against pipelines?
South Dakota state Rep. Karla Lems, R-Canton, speaks to hundreds of rally attendees at the South Dakota Capitol in Pierre on Jan. 13, 2025, during an event highlighting opposition to a carbon dioxide pipeline. (Photo by Joshua Haiar/South Dakota Searchlight)Lawmakers and advocates on the right and left are raising questions about a provision in legislation a powerful U.S. House committee approved Wednesday, with critics arguing it would allow fe…
Is Congress trampling on state laws protecting property rights against pipelines? • Pennsylvania Capital-Star
South Dakota state Rep. Karla Lems, R-Canton, speaks to hundreds of rally attendees at the South Dakota Capitol in Pierre on Jan. 13, 2025, during an event highlighting opposition to a carbon dioxide pipeline. (Photo by Joshua Haiar/South Dakota Searchlight)Lawmakers and advocates on the right and left are raising questions about a provision in legislation a powerful U.S. House committee approved Wednesday, with critics arguing it would allow fe…
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