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LA SB73

Bill

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Mike Reese

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Origin

Senate

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the consent threshold for carbon sequestration storage unit operations from 75% to 85% of owners in interest, calculated based on surface acreage proportion

  • Requires carbon sequestration facility or pipeline operators to complete multiple steps before exercising eminent domain: provide written notice to landowners, allow landowner presence during property appraisals, conduct at least five in-person negotiation meetings, and submit a formal written offer with 10 days for response

  • Expands permit application notification requirements to include all mineral servitude owners, mineral lessees, operators, and surface owners within the area of review (Class VI permits) or within 500 feet (Class V test wells)

  • Mandates the commissioner of conservation give substantial consideration to local government comments during public hearings or comment periods on carbon sequestration matters

  • Requires the department to publish notice of each Class VI or Class V geologic sequestration permit application on its website

Legislative Description

Provides for sequestration of carbon dioxide. (8/1/25)

ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL

Last Action

Effective date 8/1/2025.

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Natural Resources and Environment4/24/2025
Natural Resources4/2/2025

Full Bill Text

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