A nuclear future: New Jersey passes bill to expand nuclear energy

By: Miniya Malone

Outlets: NJ State House News Service

Published: June 30, 2026

Words: 694

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey set the stage for a more nuclear future. The Legislature unanimously passed the “Power NJ Act” Tuesday, as the state attempts to decrease rising electricity costs spurred in part by the rapid growth of data centers.

“It’s an investment for the future,” said Assembly Member Robert Karabinchak, a Democrat from Edison.

“This will help our ratepayers because it’s a stable source of energy that …

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