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On the recordFebruary 9, 2016
Nuclear energy is a critical component of our nation's energy mix, and as a source of electricity which does not contribute to climate change, it will be particularly important as we strive to meet the targets of the clean power plan and to deliver on the commitments made to reduce our carbon emissions at COP21 in Paris.
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Marcy Kaptur
Democratic · Ohio

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Kaptur emphasizes the importance of nuclear energy in reducing carbon emissions.

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