Radio Interview: Rep. Barnard talks nuclear energy, parental rights, and her bill supporting birthing centers


In this KONA Radio interview with Robb Francis, Rep. Stephanie Barnard, R-Pasco, highlights her role in the bipartisan Nuclear Energy Caucus and the importance of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) in meeting Washington’s clean energy goals. She also defends parental rights in response to recent legislation undermining voter-approved protections. The conversation wraps up with a look at her bill to support accredited birthing centers—House Bill 1824—which streamlines inspections while preserving health and safety standards.

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