Hello Pipelines, Private Entities Using Eminent Domain Troubles Lawmakers. Bill(s) Filed.

One eminent domain bill is uber-popular: HB 565 by Burkett. The bill revokes eminent domain authority from a private toll company.

Here’s why Burkett says it is important: 

• The problem is a private company overseeing a project with eminent domain authority (hello, pipelines, are you listening?)
• If property is taken for public needs, it should be “fair and transparent”

Dallas Morning News

Refreshing Recollection.   Previously on Information Intelligence.