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New bill could require assessment for future pipeline construction

New bill could require assessment for future pipeline construction
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Questions over the process of companies building infrastructure on privately-owned land is leading a local lawmaker to propose possible changes at the state level.

Earlier this week, State Rep. Erin Zwiener (D-Driftwood) authored House Bill (HB) 2277, which could require an environmental assessment prior to the construction of natural gas pipelines.

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