2 Keys Why Farmers Oppose Eminent Domain by a Special District for Power Lines

  • blanket opposition to the use of eminent domain
  • opposition to eminent domain that adds a new layer of power lines as opposed to upgrading existing power lines
    • power lines increase farming costs by  $200 an acre per year
    • power lines increase the dangers of crop dusting

Where is this happening? California

What’s the special district using eminent domain? Sacramento Municipal Utility District

Why does this matter? The issue is the same in Texas for any private entity that needs to crosse farm land and considers eminent domain.

What other industries can be impacted by this opposition to eminent domain by a private entity? Transmission lines, pipelines, high speed rail to start…

Sacramento Bee | Farmers oppose SMUD proposal to add new power lines in Colusa and Sutter counties