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Resolution Against Keystone XL Pipeline Fails in York County, Nebraska

Lincoln Journal Star: The chairman of the York County commissioners cast the deciding vote on Tuesday against a resolution sought by opponents of the Keystone XL pipeline. The 3-2 outcome was witnessed by an overflow audience made up mostly of supporters to a statement of opposition to crude oil pipelines. Many of the same people were on hand two weeks ago when Kurt Bulgrin was absent and the four other members of the board were deadlocked. Despite the efforts of the Good Life Alliance since then to recast language...

Keystone Pipeline Critics: Neb. Gov. Heineman Lacks Authority

Lincoln Journal Star: Opponents of the Keystone XL pipeline argued in Lancaster County District Court on Thursday that Gov. Dave Heineman lacked the authority to approve the proposed route of the project through Nebraska in a Jan. 22 letter to President Barack Obama. They want Heineman’s action voided by Lancaster County District Judge Stephanie Stacy. Stacy listened to about 20 minutes of arguments from Omaha attorney David Domina and Assistant Attorney General Katie Spohn before adjourning to her chambers to meet...