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PSEG Asks Federal Judge to Bar Hunting on Survey Days in Maryland Power-Line Dispute

PSEG frames the requested restriction as a worker-safety measure during scheduled surveys.

MPRP representatives have a discussion with Shipley family members, talking about the surveying and other aspects of the proposed MPRP power lines, on Tuesday.
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Overview

  • In a new motion, PSEG seeks to modify a preliminary injunction so landowners would be prohibited from hunting on days the company gives notice it will conduct surveys, with a process to email for permission on those dates.
  • The filing also asks the court to sanction specific landowners, alleging threats and obstruction, including accusations that Andrea Kable confronted surveyors and a request to hold James Averill in civil contempt with fees and possible fines.
  • Opponents, including Stop MPRP and affected landowners, say the request infringes on Second Amendment and private property rights and describe it as an escalation, with a legal response in preparation.
  • Court records indicate survey work was paused between Sept. 25 and Oct. 20, and local officials question the timing of surveys during hunting season as residents cite routine deer management needs.
  • The Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project would span 67 miles across three counties to serve Virginia data centers, and the state Public Service Commission does not expect to decide on the project until 2027.