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Here’s what Gov. Bill Lee says about possible Tennessee nuclear-waste sites

Tennessee explores a federal nuclear-energy program that could involve handling used nuclear fuel, with potential economic benefits including up to $50 billion in investment and 25,000 jobs. Governor Bill Lee stated the state has not yet identified potential sites due to unclear federal requirements, and Tennessee is one of five states selected to discuss hosting Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses.

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Bill LeepersonTennesseeplaceU.S. Department of EnergyorganizationNuclear Lifecycle Innovation CampusestopicOak Ridge National LaboratoryorganizationUtahplaceOklahomaplaceLouisianaplaceIdahoplace
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