Sessions Information

  • January 4, 2015
    2:00 pm - 3:45 pm
    Session Type: AALS Hot Topic Programs
    Session Capacity: N/A
    Location: Washington Marriott Wardman Park Hotel
    Room: Wilson A
    Floor: Mezzanine Level

    Kelo v. City of New London (2005) was one of the most controversial rulings in the modern history of the Supreme Court. This panel addresses the decision’s legal and political impact over the last decade. Among the topics covered will be the massive political reaction generated by Kelo, which led to the enactment of eminent domain reform laws in 45 states (more legislation than has ever been generated by any other Supreme Court decision). There is much disagreement about the desirability of these reforms and their likely effects.  In addition to its political and legislative impact, Kelo has had a substantial influence on property rights jurisprudence in state and lower federal courts. We will also consider the ongoing controversy over the costs and benefits of the use of eminent domain in the years since Kelo. The debate ranges over such seemingly disparate issues as “blight” condemnations and the use of eminent domain for pipelines and public utilities. Finally, some of the panelists will focus on the ongoing debate over the meaning of the Public Use Clause of the Fifth Amendment, which many believed to be effectively over until it was rekindled by Kelo.

Session Speakers
South Texas College of Law Houston
Speaker

The University of Richmond School of Law
Speaker

University of Minnesota Law School
Speaker

University of Virginia School of Law
Speaker

Antonin Scalia Law School at George Mason University
Moderator and Speaker

Session Fees
  • 5285 AALS Hot Topic/Bridge Program - Public Use since Kelo: $0.00