Keystone XL opponents decry Nebraska pipeline bill

Keystone XL opponents say Neb. bill set for approval would fast-track the proposed pipeline

Opponents of the Keystone XL pipeline proposal say a Nebraska bill on the verge of final lawmaker approval would effectively rubber-stamp the project.

Lawmakers are scheduled for a final vote Wednesday on a bill that would allow the state Department of Environmental Quality to resume its review of the proposed crude-oil pipeline. A federal permit was denied in January.

Opponents say they're concerned because the department is part of Gov. Dave Heineman's administration. Heineman supports the project.

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