John Shimkus actually said...

The reality is Yucca Mountain not only fulfills our commitment to the American taxpayers to secure high-level nuclear waste as required by law, but makes a commitment to the people in Nevada to turn around a struggling economy and expanding infrastructure and creating jobs.

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Shimkus emphasizes Yucca Mountain's importance for waste management and economic benefits for Nevada.

01/31/2012

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