This bill amends the existing law regarding eminent domain in Wyoming, specifically targeting the use of condemnation authority for electric generation collector systems. It removes the ability of entities that are not public utilities to exercise condemnation rights for the erection, placement, or expansion of these collector systems associated with commercial electricity generation. The bill clarifies that only public utilities with a certificate of public convenience and necessity can exercise this authority. Additionally, it introduces a new provision stating that a commercial facility generating electricity cannot use an existing easement to place additional collector systems.

The effective date of this legislation is set for July 1, 2024, and it applies to all eminent domain actions initiated on or after this date. The bill aims to regulate the use of eminent domain more strictly in the context of electric generation, ensuring that only qualified public utilities can engage in such activities, thereby protecting property rights and managing the expansion of electric infrastructure.

Statutes affected:
24LSO-0123 v0.5: 1-26-815