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Building Coalitions That Get Results
Restoring a Midwestern Community
In one of the first acts of the 110th Congress, Van Ness Feldman's government relations team ended a seven-year standoff by bringing numerous interests together to achieve passage of legislation removing federal restrictions blocking St. Louis County, MO from building a nonfederal road to a new economic development zone just outside of St. Louis. This was the second time in as many years that the firm helped the community achieve a direct legislative benefit.
Related Practices: Government Relations & Public Policy, Infrastructure Investment, Public Lands & Natural ResourcesDeveloping Energy Infrastructure
Largest Natural Gas Pipeline in the United States
Van Ness Feldman handles all project development and permitting issues for the 1,600-mile, 42-inch diameter Rockies Express natural gas pipeline to be constructed through 8 states, from Wyoming to Ohio. The project’s total capital cost is $4.5 billion and the pipeline, when completed, will transport 1.8 Bcf/d of natural gas.
Related Practices: Government Relations & Public Policy, Indian Law, Natural Gas, Public Lands & Natural Resources, Resource Development & Rights of Way