A transmission line that was denied eminent domain in Arkansas, faces a second denial for the use of eminent domain because the transmission company cannot show need.
From the regulators:
” A Missouri Public Service Commission staff report found that while CLEP demonstrated abilities to finance and build the project, it had not “established the need.” That is the basis of the opposing commissioners’ decision.”
From landowner’s perspective:
“[The] Grain Belt Express “does not merit certification” because neither its purpose nor its potential benefits to Missourians “justify the authorization to exercise eminent domain power,” asserted the Missouri Farm Bureau. ”