09/02/2026
I am opposed, without qualification, to any storage, short-term or long-term management, or disposal of spent nuclear material that cannot be demonstrated to be safe for the people and natural resources of Fentress County.
I am currently seeking direct answers from state officials concerning this matter, and I will share any reliable information with the public as it becomes available.
Opposition does not lessen our responsibility to understand fully what may be proposed, what risks it might present, and what consequences could follow. Continued investigation is not neutrality, it is part of our responsibility to protect Fentress County. One principle, however, requires no further study: the health, safety, and long-term welfare of the people of Fentress County are my first priority and are absolutely non-negotiable.
There is no benefit to panic, but there is every reason for vigilance.
Your county government will approach this issue accordingly: with vigilance rather than fear, facts rather than speculation, and an unwavering commitment to the people we serve.