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HB 641 Louisiana House · 2025 Regular Session

ENERGY: Authorizes the governing authority of Jefferson Davis Parish to determine whether Class VI carbon dioxide injection wells may be permitted within the parish

HB 641 authorizes the governing authority of Jefferson Davis Parish to decide whether Class VI carbon dioxide injection wells may be permitted within the parish. The bill allows the parish to make this determination through a resolution or ordinance. If the parish prohibits these wells, they cannot be permitted there, overriding other state laws. A copy of the parish's decision must be provided to the Department of Energy and Natural Resources.
Issues: ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill allows parish to block Class VI carbon injection wells, restricting a specific energy infrastructure project related to carbon management.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAuthorizes Class VI CO2 injection wells for carbon sequestration, a climate mitigation method that reduces emissions and supports environmental protection.85% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Apr 2025
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Governor
Introduced Apr 22, 2025 Last action Apr 23, 2025
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Apr 23, 2025
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Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Municipal, Parochial and Cultural Affairs.
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Troy Romero
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