The Trump administration has identified five states—Utah, Tennessee, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Idaho—as potential sites for nuclear waste storage. The Energy Department announced on July 28, 2026, that it has signed memorandums of agreement with these states to explore the feasibility of nuclear waste storage solutions. This initiative addresses ongoing challenges related to nuclear power waste management.
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Trump Administration Signs Agreements with Five States for Nuclear Waste Storage
The Trump administration has signed agreements with five states to explore the possibility of nuclear waste storage. The states involved are Utah, Tennessee, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Idaho, as part of an initiative to address nuclear waste management issues.
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