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MN HF3092

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/17/2014

Primary Sponsor

Peggy Scott

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Origin

House of Representatives

88th Legislature 2013-2014

AI Summary

  • Prohibits the Metropolitan Council from using eminent domain unless specifically authorized by separate legislation for a particular project.

  • Prevents the Council from acquiring property from any entity that used eminent domain to acquire that property within the ten years prior to the proposed transfer.

  • Removes condemnation proceedings as an acquisition method for transit systems, limiting acquisitions to purchase, lease, or gift.

  • Eliminates condemnation authority for acquiring lands and easements for transportation purposes and wastewater facilities.

  • Applies only to Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, and Washington counties.

Legislative Description

Metropolitan Council use of eminent domain prohibited.

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Government Operations

3/17/2014

Committee Referrals

Government Operations3/17/2014

Full Bill Text

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