Nevada's Yucca Mountain has won the dubious distinction as the nation's dumping site for nuclear waste. Lawsuits are planned.
"The Bush administration's plan to open the first national nuclear-waste burial ground at Nevada's Yucca Mountain won final congressional approval Tuesday, a landmark action that could open the door to a new era of growth for the long-stalled nuclear energy industry.A Republican-led majority rammed the plan through the Senate after only a few hours of debate, despite fierce opposition from Nevadans, the Democratic leadership and many environmentalists. The Senate's approval, on a voice vote, came after the plan survived a decisive 60-39 roll call on a key procedural question. The House approved the plan in May, 306 to 117."
Thanks to Chris Steins
FULL STORY: Senate OKs Nevada Nuclear Waste Site

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