PIERRE, S.D.(HubCityRadio)- On Friday morning, The House State Affairs Committee moved forward HB1052.

That bill would prohibit the exercise of eminent domain for a pipeline that carries carbon oxide.

Representative Karla Lems of Canton was the prime sponsor of the bill.

For: Here’s the speakers that spoke in favor of the bill.

Brown County Commissioner Drew Dennert:

Spink County Landowner Ed Fischbach:

Brown County Landowner Craig Schaunaman:

Hand County Landowner Jim Eschenbaum:

McPherson County Landowner Matt DeMent:

Against:  Here are the speakers that oppose the bill

Lawyer representing Summit Carbon Solutions, Brett Koenecke:

Samuel Nelson representing GEVO:

Lobbyist representing various energy companies, William Van Camp:

South Dakota Chamber of Commerce President David Owen:

Following testimony, committee members commented on the bill.  Among area legislators, Representative Spencer Gosch of Glenham combatted what David Owen had to say about changing the rules.

Gosch express frustration about the carbon sequestration process.

Representative Brandei Schaefbauer of Aberdeen criticize those who are in favor of using eminent domain for the project.

The vote was on a 10-3 vote.  Among the area legislators, Representatives Spencer Gosch & Brandei Schaefbauer both voted in favor of the bill.  The bill now moves on to the South Dakota House.