CONSERVATION: Authorizes parish governing authorities and citizens to determine whether Class VI injection wells, carbon dioxide sequestration, or carbon dioxide pipelines may be permitted within a parish. (gov sig) (OR SEE FISC NOTE GF RV)

SB 61 gives Louisiana parishes the authority to decide whether to permit Class VI injection wells, carbon dioxide sequestration projects, and carbon dioxide pipelines within their boundaries. Parishes can choose through a local ordinance passed by their governing authority or by holding a parish-wide election (triggered by a petition signed by at least 15% of voters). If an election is held and a majority votes against these projects, they are prohibited in that parish. This law allows local communities to override state-level permits and regulations for these specific activities, making parish-level decisions the final authority.