Lege Trend. Local Gov. Approval for Transmission Line Upgrades

Where: Maine

Legislation: LD 1383 (2019 | ME)

What will be required for transmission line upgrades that will use eminent domain? Approval from local governmental entities before eminent domain can be used

What transmission lines will this apply to?

• high-impact electric transmission lines
• transmission lines that are 50 miles or longer & capable of producing 200+ kilovolts

Why this change in Maine law? Its the requirement for other private entities that use eminent domain 

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