Nebraska Bill Would Scrutinize Pipelines

A bill introduced Wednesday in the Nebraska Legislature would require oil companies to complete an extensive application process before running pipe through the state. The bill calls for the Nebraska Public Service Commission to oversee the process that would  include pre-filed testimony and exhibits in support of the application and documented proof of environmental and economic impact studies. Applicants would also be required to show that the proposed pipeline serves the public interest and present their case at public meetings and a public hearing conducted by the Public Service Commission. If the commission denies the application, the pipeline company would be prohibited from exercising eminent domain to acquire rights-of-way for the proposed project.

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