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Pipeline Fairness Act: Stronger Landowner Rights and Environmental Review.

This law strengthens the rights of landowners whose property may be taken for natural gas pipeline construction (eminent domain). It mandates detailed, timely notice to citizens about their rights to intervene and seek judicial review, and requires independent appraisals and full compensation for damages, including adjacent property. Crucially, it delays construction and eminent domain actions until all federal permits are secured and legal challenges are resolved.
Key points
Requires independent property appraisals and written compensation offers that must include damages to adjacent land.
Prohibits pipeline companies from starting construction or eminent domain actions until all necessary federal permits are fully secured.
Mandates clear instructions for landowners on how to intervene in proceedings to preserve their right to judicial review.
Introduces cumulative environmental impact analysis for pipeline projects located near each other and requires public meetings in every affected county.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_2547
Sponsor: Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]
Process start date: 2023-07-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Pipeline Fairness, Transparency, and Responsible Development Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2547.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires independent property appraisals and written compensation offers that must include damages to adjacent land.
  • Prohibits pipeline companies from starting construction or eminent domain actions until all necessary federal permits are fully secured.
  • Mandates clear instructions for landowners on how to intervene in proceedings to preserve their right to judicial review.
  • Introduces cumulative environmental impact analysis for pipeline projects located near each other and requires public meetings in every affected county.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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