[sickoflibs]

RE :”Stacy agreed with opponents’ arguments that a law passed in 2011 improperly allowed Heineman to give TransCanada eminent domain powers within the state. Stacy said the decision should have been made by the Nebraska Public Service Commission, which regulates pipelines and other utilities.”

eminent domain land grab?

[SolidRedState]

NOT an emminent domain land grab. The extent of the emminent domain only goes so far as to an easement. Which is a fair and respected use and limitation of emminent domain. In addition a fair price has to be paid.

[Western Phil]

More like an easement. The farmer is likely out a one year crop of a path maybe 100 ft wide. Don’t know what the reimbursement rate is, but I expect it is adequate. More than likely 10x or more of crop value. After completion, the line is buried, there is no sign of it & the farmer has full use of the land again. Looks to me that it is a financial windfall for the land owner.