Tue, Mar 8, 2011
Tomorrow, on Wednesday, March 9, the Missouri State Senate Veterans’ Affairs, Pensions and Urban Affairs Committee will hold a hearing on several versions of the Nuclear Site Permit Bill. Right before the hearing, we’ll hold a press conference with Sen. Mike Kehoe, Rep. Jeanie Riddle and the 20 Senate Co-sponsors, along with business and community leaders from across the state, to show support for the Nuclear Site Permit Bills.
Fri, Feb 25, 2011
Encouraging progress continues taking shape for early site permit legislation in Jefferson City. On Tuesday, House Bill 124 passed the Utilities Committee and was moved to the floor for full consideration. And on Wednesday, Senator Mike Kehoe introduced Senate Bill 321, a measure that is similar to Senate Bill 50, but includes additional and stronger consumer protections:
Fri, Feb 25, 2011
It didn’t take long for legislators to notice: the Missouri Energy Partnership Act – legislation that would preserve the option of clean, reliable and affordable nuclear power – is an urgent issue that can’t be delayed. That’s why we’re pleased that the House of Representatives has taken action.
Thu, Feb 17, 2011
Over the next several weeks, MBEF will attend a series of rate hearings across the state of Missouri. These hearings are an opportunity for those of us concerned about Missouri’s ability to meet our future electricity demands with affordable, reliable, clean power to get together and make our voices heard. We at MBEF will be there, continuing to advocate for the type of long-term strategic planning that will allow us to retain Missouri’s comparatively low electricity rates.
Sun, Jan 30, 2011
In his January 27th State of the State address, Governor Jay Nixon made his support for a second nuclear power facility at Callaway clear:
Thu, Jan 27, 2011
Today marks an exciting day for Missourians for a Balanced Energy Future. We are launching a campaign in support of Senate Bill 50/House Bill 124, which we believe is a sound, reasoned path forward for Missouri’s energy future.
