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WHYYApr 9, 2026Local News

New Jersey lifts de-facto moratorium on new nuclear facilities in effort to tackle affordability crisis

Governor Mikie Sherrill signed legislation lifting a 40-year moratorium on new nuclear plants to address high energy costs and supply issues.

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New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill signed legislation lifting a 40-year moratorium on new nuclear power plants to address rising electricity costs and expand the state's carbon-free energy supply.

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