Bush to reverse policy on nuclear worker compensation
WASHINGTON The Bush administration will reverse decades of policy and urge government contractors not to contest medical panels’ findings on illnesses tied to Cold War era nuclear work. The Energy Department will publish rules establishing a uniform causation standard and authorize payments when exposure significantly contributed to illness or death.
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Tennessee
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Government Accountability Project
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Tennis Complex Road Closure Near Weeks Center
A portion of Price Avenue is closed this morning for utility work connected to the H. Odell Weeks tennis complex construction. The project behind the Weeks center will add eight clay courts and four hard courts and is expected to reopen later today or tomorrow.
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DOE urged to ramp up security after whistleblower claims
Lawmakers grilled DOE over transport of highly radioactive materials chief concerns from a whistleblower. Critics say security is inadequate despite stepped up measures after Sept 11. Experts warn theft or leakage of fissile material could trigger serious danger nationwide.
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