Tuesday, April 6, 2010

Utah eminent domain law more than a 'Message Bill'

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A bill signed last week by Utah Gov. Gary Herbert (R) authorizing the state to take federal land by eminent domain could induce other Western states to try to reclaim their own national monuments and landmarks, eventually opening them for energy production and other development.



Utah lawmakers say they have contacted representatives in Arizona, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico and Wyoming about adopting similar legislation in their states, with the goal of taking the issue to the Supreme Court...

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