Supreme Court Lets Cities Seize Property for Development
The Supreme Court in a 5-4 ruling says cities may use eminent domain to take private property for private development if it promises economic benefits. Justice O Conner dissented, warning the decision empowers the wealthy and burdens middle class. The case centered on New London Connecticut where homes faced demolition for a mall and jobs.
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Senate moves toward energy bill with limited fuel economy push
The Senate neared final passage of a broad energy bill with $18 billion in tax incentives for conservation and renewables, plus $1 billion for Gulf coast restoration. A bid to raise auto fuel economy to 40 mpg was rejected 67-28, replacing it with an industry friendly amendment.
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