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Louisiana State Representative Mike Johnson introduced three bills to regulate carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects, emphasizing property rights and local decision-making. One bill, the Louisiana Landowners Protection Act, prohibits eminent domain for CCS projects, requiring voluntary participation from landowners.

Another bill grants Rapides Parish authority over CCS project approvals, while the third allows all parishes to decide on CCS developments. The proposals aim to address concerns over land access and community consent, amidst Louisiana's push to become a carbon capture hub.