Lege Trend. Republican Resolution. No Eminent Domain for Private Gain. 3 Bits of Intel Unifying 3 Opponents.

State: Illinois

The project sparking the no eminent domain for private gain refrain: Great Lakes Rail

The Resolution, HR 437 (2017), hits on these 3 points:

  • private company using eminent domain
  • up tp $90 million permanent loss of agricultural revenue
  • endangers local wildlife

Illinois Valley News Tribune | Rep. Long bill opposes Great Lakes Rail, eminent domain