This bill amends Iowa's eminent domain laws specifically regarding the construction of hazardous liquid pipelines for the transportation or transmission of liquefied carbon dioxide. It clarifies that such construction does not qualify as a public use, public purpose, or public improvement, meaning that utilities must obtain consent from agricultural landowners before condemning their land for these purposes. This change contrasts with current law, which allows utilities to condemn agricultural land without the owner's consent for private development.

Additionally, the bill provides a definition of a utility, encompassing various entities that provide essential services to the public, including gas, electricity, and water. The legislation is deemed of immediate importance, taking effect upon enactment, and applies to condemnation proceedings initiated after the effective date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 6A.21