Louisiana Lawmaker Proposes Bills to Regulate Carbon Capture Projects
CARBON CAPTURE
Louisiana State Representative Mike Johnson has proposed three bills aimed at regulating carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects, focusing on property rights and local governance. The legislation includes the Louisiana Landowners Protection Act, which prohibits eminent domain for CCS projects, and grants local authorities the power to approve such developments, addressing concerns over land access and community consent as Louisiana seeks to establish itself as a carbon capture hub.

Jan 15, 2026, 6:09 AM