Right now State House lawmakers will begin debating whether Georgia Power will get to charge customers in advance for construction costs to expand Plant Vogtle near Augusta. GPB learned the House will not amend the bill---that means lawmakers hands are tied---they can vote yes, they can vote no, but they won't be unable to offer up compromises or alternative policies to fund the nuclear expansion. Conventional Wisdom in Atlanta says that move will help get Georgia Power exactly what they want in the legislation. WGPB's John Sepulvado reports those perceived heavy handed legislative tactics have set off a grassroots movement against the bill.
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Thursday, February 26, 2009
Lawmakers get pressure on SB31
