Nuclear Power is the Future. Will Washington be Left Behind?

Nuclear Power is the Future. Will Washington be Left Behind?

Feb 16, 2026

In this episode of the Fix Washington Podcast, host Rep. Peter Abbarno sits down with 8th District Rep. Stephanie Barnard to discuss the policies shaping Washington’s economic future.

Rep. Barnard explains why she launched a legislative Nuclear Energy Caucus and how advanced nuclear technology could strengthen the state's grid, grow jobs, and provide long-term, reliable base-load power for Washingtonians.

🔗 Learn more about Rep. Stephanie Barnard: https://representativestephaniebarnard.com

🔗Learn more about Rep. Peter Abbarno: https://peterabbarno.houserepublicans.wa.gov

🔗Washington State House Republicans: https://houserepublicans.wa.gov

🔗Past episodes of The Fix Washington Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMgrdr55hAr_cc2DzZ9BajsGqGC2re59x