States move to curb eminent domain after Supreme Court ruling
Lawmakers in about half the states push to restrict private property seizures for economic development after the Supreme Court expanded eminent domain. Illinois and eight others restrict takings to blight elimination, while Alabama, Connecticut and several states propose new limits. The Institute for Justice notes at least 25 states weigh changes as residents fear loss of homes and businesses.
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High court refuses to hear Ohio appeal in eminent domain case
The U S Supreme Court declined to hear Herman Blankenship and Kim Blankenship co owner of Kim s Auto and Truck Service in Toledo Ohio ending a long land seizure dispute tied to Daimler Chrysler Jeep plant. A Lucas County jury valued their one third acre at 104000 while rebuilding cost was placed at 500000. The 2004 destruction occurred after Ohio Supreme Court denied a stay as the city offered land under a 300 million incentive package for the Jeep project.
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Thousands blocked as settlers clash with police at Kfar Maimon
Israel police with mounted units broke up a large encampment of Jewish settlers and supporters near Kfar Maimon, dragging away protesters and injuring two officers. The crackdown halted a planned march toward Gaza settlements slated for evacuation as the government presses ahead with the disengagement plan.
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Michigan Court Bid To Clear Affirmative Action Ban Proposal
Michigan voters could face a November 2006 ballot on a proposed constitutional amendment banning race and gender preferences in university admissions and government hiring. The Board of State Canvassers split over certifying signatures amid fraud allegations, sending supporters to seek court validation to place the measure on the ballot.
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