Angie Craig: “I am very pleased to stand with my friend and colleague, Senator Pete Domenici, as an original cosponsor of the Nuclear…”

“I am very pleased to stand with my friend and colleague, Senator Pete Domenici, as an original cosponsor of the Nuclear Energy Electricity Supply Assurance Act of 2001. Following on the heels of the introduction of the comprehensive energy bill last week, this bill takes a closer look at nuclear energy specifically and lays out a concrete plan to secure the continued viability of nuclear energy, our largest source of emissions, free electricity. Let me also note that I am very pleased that this is a bipartisan effort. I appreciate my colleagues from across the aisle who are joining with us in acknowledging that it is vital to take steps now in support nuclear energy and thereby, help to increase our energy independence. The Nuclear Energy Electricity Supply Assurance Act of 2001 is a package of measures which help our current energy situation by supporting nuclear energy research and development, by encouraging new plant construction, by assuring a level playing field for nuclear power by acknowledging nuclear's clean air benefits, and by improving the regulatory process.”