California Judge Blocks Exxon's Bid to Use Trucks After Pipeline Rupture

California judge denies Exxon request to use tanker trucks to transport oil after pipeline rupture in 2015. Exxon wanted to restart offshore platforms.
Judge upholds earlier decision by Santa Barbara County Board denying Exxon permit for tanker trucks, citing safety concerns.
Exxon argued right to use trucks was essential and denial was unconstitutional taking of property. Court to examine constitutional claims later.
Environmental groups welcomed judge's ruling against Exxon trucking request.
Separately, Santa Barbara Planning Commission denied Exxon affiliate's request to upgrade ruptured pipeline, despite no plans to reopen it. Upgrade was to meet state mandates.

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Judge Blocks Exxon Bid to Truck Oil After Pipeline Shutdown

Exxon Mobil Corp. is denied the ability to use truck transportation to revive oil platforms off the coast of California and must find an alternative solution due to safety concerns and lack of support from the local community.