Voters could see measure that places more restrictions on eminent domain
Business groups warn that proposed constitutional amendment would hinder investment, energy development
A House committee advanced a proposed constitutional amendment Thursday that would sharply limit the use of eminent domain for private development.
It would set up a direct confrontation between property-rights advocates and business, utility and energy groups who warn the measure could chill investment and trigger years of litigation.
Rhoden, GOP leaders move to toughen penalties for threatening worship services
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PIERRE – Gov. Larry Rhoden and Republican leaders in the Legislature are sponsoring legislation that would make it a felony to use threats of violence to prevent people from practicing their religion.
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