Maine Jury Holds Fate of $1 Billion Transmission Project Connecting New England and Canada

A jury in Maine is determining whether developers of a transmission line have a "vested right" to complete the $1 billion project.
The project would bring hydroelectric power from Canada to the New England power grid.
Voters in Maine previously rejected the project in a statewide referendum, but the referendum's constitutionality depends on the jury's decision.
Approval from the jury would allow the project to proceed despite a lack of public support.
The jury's verdict could influence future debates over controversial energy infrastructure in the region.