South Carolina Statehouse Blog

Earlier today, Governor Mark Sanford held a press conference where he and some of his fellow lawmakers expressed deep concern for the current administration’s actions towards the Yucca Mountain nuclear waste repository. The following are statements from the lawmakers present at the press conference.

To read Gov. Sanford’s press release, click here.

Governor Mark Sanford’s Statement:

Congressman Joe Wilson’s Statement:

Congressman Gresham Barrett’s Statement:

Lieutenant Governor Andre Bauer’s Statement:

SC State Senator Greg Ryberg’s Statement:

SC State Representative Nikki Haley’s Statement:

Remaining Comments and Q & A session: