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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1979
Page
3
Chicago AP reports that traffic deaths may rise as Americans shift to smaller cars motorcycles and car pools to save gas. National Safety Council head notes changing driving habits but warns smaller vehicles do not reduce fatalities despite slower speeds less driving and better public transit.
The Senate voted to shut down all nuclear plants lacking federally approved state evacuation plans by June 1, 1980. Up to 39 of 70 licensed plants could be affected. Sen Gary Hart called the vote the first major reform after the Three Mile Island accident.
Democratic leaders move to push President Carter energy measures through Congress before the August recess. Key item seeks authority for gasoline rationing in shortages and state energy conservation goals. House Commerce Committee expected to approve the bill, paving floor action soon.
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