Remember, we're providing Senators' home phone numbers so you can call them this weekend. (You are allowed to call these numbers. They are publicly listed on Senator's web pages.) If you call, please remember these guidelines:
Please be respectful. Even when we disagree, our elected officials deserve our respect, and a Senator who does not support us on this issue may be a critical partner on our other priorities.
Keep the call short. Introduce yourself, tell your Senator you oppose this legislation, ask her or him to oppose the bill, and thank her or him for listening. Make your points, but also keep it conversational and listen to any responses.
Mention the legislation by name. We’re calling to speak about House File 561 which is also known as Senate File 390.
Why the Iowa Environmental Council opposes this legislation:
It shifts the costs and risks of a new nuclear power plant to Iowans like you through higher electric rates.
Utility customers take on this risk even if MidAmerican never builds the nuclear plant.
Building a new nuclear plant will make developing truly renewable energy resources (wind and solar) more difficult in Iowa.
PLEASE NOTE: Members of the Senate Commerce Committee must approve this legislation before it advances to the full Senate. It’s especially important to contact these individuals (identified below) right now.
