Lawmakers vote down 6 bills to limit carbon capture in North Dakota
North Dakota lawmakers pushed back against efforts to restrict carbon pipelines, rejecting six bills that would have imposed new taxes or regulations. Supporters argue these pipelines are key to extending the state’s oil production and keeping ethanol and coal plants viable. Opponents raised concerns over land rights and safety, particularly the risks of pipeline ruptures. Meanwhile, lawmakers signaled their continued support for enhanced oil recovery, backing a resolution to encourage carbon capture technology. The debate over land use and industry growth is far from over.
Jeff Beach with the North Dakota Monitor has the full story linked below.
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