New Texas Pipeline Permitting Process Is Modest Change

Law360, New York (October 1, 2014, 10:40 AM EDT) -- There are more than 300,000 miles of intrastate pipelines in Texas, including what are known as common carrier lines. By definition, these intrastate lines begin and end within the state and therefore fall under the Texas Railroad Commission's jurisdiction. While privately owned, these common carrier lines must be available for use by others. Critically, by making its line available for hire, an owner can obtain the power of eminent domain....

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