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Texas Approves $1B Power Lines Amid Land Rights Debate | Texas News
Texas just approved a billion-dollar transmission project that will power up the oil and gas boom in the Permian Basin — but it’s sparking fierce backlash from landowners worried about property damage and environmental harm. Despite protests and calls for reform, the Public Utility Commission voted unanimously to move forward with over 400 miles of new lines, holding off only on one route for further review. Industry leaders say this is essential to avoid blackouts, while critics argue it prioritizes corporate energy needs over rural communities and nature. The battle over who gets to shape…
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