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Wyoming committee declines to back interstate CO2‑pipeline compact after public testimony on eminent domain, safety and water
Summary
A proposed joint resolution asking the governor to pursue an interstate compact for regional carbon‑dioxide pipeline infrastructure drew sustained public concern about eminent domain, water use and pipeline safety and failed to pass the Joint Minerals Committee.
The Wyoming Joint Minerals Committee on Tuesday considered a draft joint resolution requesting the governor to begin discussions with neighboring states and Canadian provinces about an interstate compact for carbon‑dioxide pipeline infrastructure. After public comment and debate the committee voted against the resolution in a roll‑call vote.
Why it mattered: the resolution would have directed the governor to pursue talks with North Dakota, Montana, Alberta and Saskatchewan about coordinated rules and a common regional approach to CO2 pipeline corridors and infrastructure. Proponents said standardized review and planning could simplify long cross‑border projects; opponents cited eminent‑domain and public‑safety concerns and requested more study and protections for landowners and water resources.
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