Abstract: Authorizes the Vernon Parish governing authority to determine whether Class VI carbon dioxide injection wells may be permitted within the parish.

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Present law authorizes the Dept. of Energy and Natural Resources to permit Class VI carbon dioxide injection wells within the state.

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Proposed law creates an exception to the dept.'s permitting authority where Class VI wells have been prohibited by the local option procedure provided in proposed law.

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Proposed law authorizes the Vernon Parish governing authority to determine whether Class VI wells may be permitted within the parish by passing an ordinance or resolution.

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Proposed law requires the parish governing authority to notify the dept. of any resolution or ordinance passed for the purpose of prohibiting or allowing Class VI injection wells within the parish.

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Effective upon signature of governor or lapse of time for gubernatorial action.