The bill S. 689 seeks to amend Section 58-7-10 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, specifically addressing the rights and powers of eminent domain as they pertain to pipeline companies. The proposed amendment clarifies that the power of eminent domain does not extend to private, for-profit pipeline companies, including those that are publicly traded, unless they are defined as a public utility within the title. This change aims to restrict the use of eminent domain by certain pipeline companies that do not meet the public utility criteria.

The bill includes a new provision that explicitly states that the existing laws regarding eminent domain do not apply to these private, for-profit pipeline companies. This amendment is intended to protect property rights by limiting the ability of such companies to claim eminent domain for their projects. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
12/10/2025: 58-7-10
01/21/2026: 58-7-10
Latest Version: 58-7-10