Panel strongly opposes repealing 1982 voter referendum requirement on new nuclear reactors
Section 45 would repeal the 1982 statute requiring voter approval before siting new nuclear reactors. Dozens of public witnesses — environmental groups, local residents and civic organizations — urged the committee to preserve the ballot requirement, citing safety, radioactive waste management and the need for public review and approval.
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BOSTON — Section 45 of the proposed Energy Affordability, Independence and Innovation Act drew sustained public opposition. The provision would repeal Chapter 503 (1982), which requires voter approval before construction and operation of new nuclear power reactors in Massachusetts.
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