The 2008 General Assembly will consume itself with the issues around reauthorizing the license for Vermont Yankee to operate another 20 years beyond 2012. The debate will be contentious, time consuming and emotional. Along with that debate, the GA must also decide how to handle a significant tax revenue shortfall to support an underfunded budget.
Smart legislators will see that both issues are interconnected... a clean reliable energy supply underpins a healthy Vermont economy. Meanwhile, those opposed to Vermont Yankee's continuing operations will use every gimmick they can find to close the plant.
Here are some links to helpful presentations and information that was provided to Vermont Legislators in a briefing on November 19.
Legislative History
Act 189
Nov. 19 JFC Agenda and Useful Links
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