Washington's Future In Nuclear Power

About this episode

Rep. Peter Abbarno discusses Washington's economic future in nuclear power with Rep. Stephanie Barnard.

In this episode of the Fix Washington Podcast, host Rep. Peter Abbarno sits down with 8th District Rep. Stephanie Barnard, R-Pasco, to discuss the policies shaping Washington’s economic future. Rep. Barnard explains why she launched a legislative Nuclear Energy Caucus and how advanced nuclear technology could strengthen the state's grid, grow jobs, and provide long-term, reliable base-load power for Washingtonians.

People in this episode

Host: Rep. Peter Abbarno

Guest: Rep. Stephanie Barnard

Topics covered

• nuclear power
• energy policy
• economic future
• legislation
• job growth
• advanced technology

Keywords

• nuclear energy
• legislative caucus
• energy grid
• base-load power
• job creation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Washington House Republicans

Places: Washington, Pasco

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