This bill amends several sections of the North Dakota Century Code concerning the regulation of common carrier status for carbon dioxide pipelines and the exercise of eminent domain. Notably, it introduces a prohibition on the use of eminent domain for constructing infrastructure related to carbon capture, solar energy, wind energy, hydrogen energy, and carbon dioxide transport for geological storage or sequestration. The bill also repeals section 38-22-10, which previously addressed the exercise of public domain in geological storage of carbon dioxide.

Additionally, the bill modifies definitions and provisions related to common pipeline carriers, specifically removing references to carbon dioxide in the context of pipeline transportation. It clarifies that common pipeline carriers must accept and transport oil, gas, and coal without discrimination, while explicitly excluding carbon dioxide from these regulations. The amendments aim to redefine the scope of common carrier status and the conditions under which eminent domain can be exercised, reflecting a shift in policy regarding carbon dioxide infrastructure in North Dakota.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 32-15-02, 49-19-01, 49-19-11, 49-19-19, 38-22-10