Nuclear power push stalls in Missouri legislature over who pays construction costs

By: Jana Rose Schleis

Outlets: Missouri Independent

Published: May 11, 2026

Words: 1,336

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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Energy demand has been growing and is expected to shoot even higher in the coming years, but the debate over how to pay for new nuclear power plants is likely stalled in the Missouri legislature for now.

As electricity demand has increased, so have utility bills — which has caught the attention of customers and lawmakers alike. Some Missouri policymakers are looking toward nuclear power to fill that need. But finding a way …

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