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Senate Passes Historic Bipartisan Energy Bill in 88–2 Vote

News admin1 · April 6, 2026 · Comments off

In a rare show of bipartisan unity, the U.S. Senate has passed major legislation aimed at modernizing the nation’s nuclear energy sector. The bill, approved 88–2 with only Senators Bernie Sanders and Ed Markey opposed, now heads to President Joe Biden’s desk. While its centerpiece is nuclear reform, the package also includes renewed funding for firefighter grant programs, reflecting a dual focus on energy infrastructure and public safety. The legislation’s goal is to streamline federal regulations that have slowed U.S. nuclear development for decades. Supporters argue that outdated rules, high costs, and lengthy licensing timelines have discouraged innovation. The bill... Continues…