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    Posted on Wed, May. 07, 2008 03:31 PM
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    Nuclear power bill passes Kansas Legislature

    The Associated Press

    TOPEKA | Legislation allowing utilities to recover the cost of planning for a nuclear generating facility from ratepayers has been sent to Gov. Kathleen Sebelius.

    The House approved it 101-22 and the Senate endorsed it a few minutes later 29-3.

    Supporters say the bill is needed if utilities are going to seriously consider nuclear power. Opponents said it will mean higher bills for utility customers.

    It also creates an 11-member advisory committee appointed by House and Senate leaders and gives the Kansas Corporation Commission oversight over any nuclear proposal.

     

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