States Gain Power to Veto Solar and Wind Projects on Federal Land.
This bill grants state governments the authority to block large solar and wind energy projects proposed on federal lands within their borders. If a state legislature passes a law disapproving a project, the federal government must deny the right-of-way application. This change gives citizens, through their state representatives, greater local control over major energy infrastructure development.
Key points
State legislatures can legally veto solar and wind energy projects planned on federal lands.
Federal agencies are required to deny project applications if the relevant state legislature objects.
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