Lege Trend: Moratorium for Eminent Domain for Pipelines. 3 Quick Bits Informed Intel.

  • Georgia is considering HB 1036 which would create a 1 year moratorium to prevent eminent domain by pipelines
  • HB 1036 creates a 13-member commission of experts from business, agriculture, the environment and related fields to review the process, compare notes with how other states do it, and then prepare legislative recommendations by the end of the year.
  • The author, a Republican, wants greater study of eminent domain and environmental issues.

Savannah Now | House bill would delay Georgia pipelines

Florida Times Union | Georgia Considering Bill to Impose Moratorium on Pipelines