This bill introduces a new section to South Dakota law that explicitly prohibits the exercise of eminent domain for the purpose of acquiring right-of-way, constructing, or operating pipelines primarily intended for the transportation of carbon oxide. The legislation aims to restrict the use of eminent domain in relation to carbon oxide pipelines, ensuring that such projects cannot be advanced through the compulsory acquisition of private property.

By establishing this prohibition, the bill seeks to protect property rights and prevent the potential misuse of eminent domain powers in the context of carbon oxide transportation. This legislative measure reflects a growing concern over the implications of carbon capture and storage initiatives and their impact on landowners in South Dakota.