Bill > SB0260

This bill makes several changes related to carbon dioxide transmission pipelines and carbon sequestration pilot projects. It requires applications for carbon dioxide transmission pipeline certificates of authority to include a risk assessment with scenario modeling and an estimate of the amount of carbon dioxide to be injected. In eminent domain proceedings, where property is taken for public use, the bill mandates that the perceived risk of hazardous conditions related to carbon sequestration pilot projects be considered when determining compensation for property owners. It also establishes a fee program for carbon sequestration pilot projects, requiring operators to pay a fee per ton of carbon dioxide injected, with the collected funds to be used for monitoring and managing these projects. The bill clarifies that transferring ownership of a carbon sequestration pilot project does not release the prior operator from liability for past negligence or misconduct. Furthermore, it requires the department of natural resources to inspect these pilot projects and modifies the consent thresholds needed to use eminent domain or integrate interests for carbon sequestration, requiring consent from a higher percentage of county resident owners and overall pore space owners.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/senate/260/details