Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that authorizes the construction of nuclear power facilities.

Highlights:

• Repeals a statute that prohibits the construction of nuclear power facilities until means for disposal of high-level nuclear waste is authorized by the federal government (Sec. 4).

• Authorizes the Public Service Commission to certify a nuclear power facility if the Nuclear Regulatory Commission authorizes the facility’s plan for high-level nuclear waste storage (Sec. 2).

• Authorizes the Public Service Commission to hire a consultant to perform duties in relation to the provisions of this bill (Sec. 2).

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