Show Your Support for the Nuclear Site Permit Bill
As you may have heard, Gov. Jay Nixon has called for a special legislative session to promote Missouri job growth and economic development. Unfortunately, the early site permit legislation, which would preserve the option to construct a second nuclear power plant in Missouri, will not be part of the special session. Like you, we are disappointed that the largest potential boost to our economy – construction of a new nuclear plant – was left off the table.
However, there is still good early site permit legislation news. Negotiations are still continuing and I remain optimistic that a compromise will be reached. Furthermore, should a compromise be reached soon, there is still time for the Governor or the General Assembly to add the early site permit legislation to the special session.
Our continually lagging economy, stagnant job growth and the EPA’s impending strict regulations on carbon emissions are all cause for the urgent passage of early site permit legislation. It is up to us to continue to push our elected leaders and urge them to move forward on this crucial legislation.
That is why we need your help. Please show your support for the nuclear site permit bill on September 6th at 7pm in St. Louis. That day, the Ethical Society of St. Louis is hosting a debate on the risks of nuclear power. While no energy source is without risk, we know nuclear power is the safest, cleanest and most affordable long-term baseload energy source available. We encourage all MBEF members to attend this event and show your support. Missouri needs the long-term benefits a second nuclear power plant would bring to our state.
The details are as follows:
When: Tuesday, September 6, 7pm – 9pm
Where Ethical Society of St. Louis (map)
9001 Clayton Rd., St. Louis, MO 63117
What: “Is nuclear energy worth the risks?”
Who: Ed Smith, Missouri Coalition for the Environment
Scott Bond, Ameren Missouri
Thank you for your support and stay tuned for further updates. Your voice is important — Please join the discussion onFacebook, Twitter and www.moenergyfuture.org.
