Ohio's state lawmakers in 2019 passed a sweeping energy bill known as HB 6 that provided subsidies for two nuclear and two coal power plants while rolling back certain clean energy standards and energy efficiency programs.
Proponents of the bill say it will prop up necessary components of Ohio's energy grid while saving ratepayers money in the long run. But the bill's opponents, who want HB 6 repealed, say that Ohio needs to move toward cheaper, cleaner energy and point out federal allegations of a $61 million bribery scheme related to the passage of HB 6.
Joining Cincinnati Edition to discuss the future of HB 6 are reporter , Executive Director Tom Bullock and .
Listen to Cincinnati Edition live at noon M-F. Audio for this segment will be uploaded after 4 p.m. ET.
Never miss an episode by subscribing to our podcast:
