Senator Sally Turner reacts to signing of controversial carbon sequestration legislation

 

[July 18, 2024] 

State Senator Sally Turner (R-Beason) issued the following statement in response to Governor JB Pritzker signing Senate Bill 1289 into law despite its safety and environmental concerns:

“I am deeply disappointed by the Governor’s decision to sign the controversial carbon sequestration and pipelines legislation into law today.

“While I respect efforts to modernize our energy industry, I fear that this legislation poses far too many significant risks to the citizens of our state, particularly when it comes to potential groundwater contamination and carbon dioxide leaks or ruptures of the pipelines.

“In addition to those real and present risks, I am also greatly concerned about the eminent domain threats against property owners contained within the law. The way that the law is written, some landowners who do not quickly choose to sell their rights may receive unfair compensation.

“Our state deserves better solutions that prioritize both environmental safety and property rights. I will continue to advocate for more responsible and sustainable approaches to our energy needs.”

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