This bill defines a common carrier and restricts eminent domain rights for pipeline companies.

This bill defines a common carrier as a commercial enterprise that transports goods or passengers for hire as a public employment. It restricts eminent domain rights for pipeline companies, requiring them to qualify as common carriers to exercise such rights. The bill also mandates that pipeline companies prove by clear and convincing evidence that eminent domain meets the definition of a public use, public purpose, or public improvement. It takes effect upon enactment and applies to condemnation proceedings filed on or after the effective date.

This bill defines a common carrier and restricts eminent domain rights for pipeline companies.

This bill defines a common carrier as a commercial enterprise that transports goods or passengers for hire as a public employment. It restricts eminent domain rights for pipeline companies, requiring them to qualify as common carriers to exercise such rights. The bill also mandates that pipeline companies prove by clear and convincing evidence that eminent domain meets the definition of a public use, public purpose, or public improvement. It takes effect upon enactment and applies to condemnation proceedings filed on or after the effective date.