Why isn’t Nuclear Power Part of the Special Legislative Session?
Thu, Sep 8, 2011
Why isn’t nuclear power part of the special legislative session? Ask Rep. Barnes for his point of view — visit https://barnesformissouri.com/?p=45.
Show Your Support for the Nuclear Site Permit Bill
Wed, Aug 3, 2011
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.
Missouri Needs Nuclear Site Permit Bill to Compete
Thu, Jul 28, 2011
We heard some big news last week from Governor Nixon and the Missouri General Assembly: Missouri will hold a special legislative session in September. The session will focus on economic development. But the nuclear site permit bill — legislation that would bring thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in economic investment — is not yet included on the special session docket.
Securing Missouri’s Energy Independence
Tue, Jul 12, 2011
This month we are celebrating our country’s independence, but today, we are focused on Missouri’s energy independence. Not only can we harness power from the sun and wind, Missouri farmers are taking advantage of federal subsidies to plant seeds and turn harvested crops into biofuels. Methane from landfills, algae and many other resources are also advancing as energy options for our state.
Missouri’s Energy Future: A Renewed Focus
Tue, Jun 21, 2011
Now that we are a month removed from the end of the 2011 legislative session, we’re pleased to share some MBEF updates with you.
Thanks to A Few Large Industrial Corporations, Missourians Lose Out on Potential for Jobs and Billions in Economic Investment for our State
Fri, May 20, 2011
The most significant economic development bill debated in the state legislature this year had the support of the governor, lieutenant governor, large majorities of legislators in both the House and Senate, small and large businesses, economic development organizations, labor organizations, farmers, various trade groups and countless individual Missourians. The bill would have assured that Missouri had options for keeping electric rates low and meeting future demand for energy. And it would have led to the creation of thousands of good jobs at the same time.
