“It is...and my state is the only one that is expanding it that I can think of at the moment. “
Actually there is a LOT of movement on nuclear power plants in many states, with 30 new nuclear power plants on the drawing boards...
List:
http://www.nei.org/index.asp?catnum=2&catid=344
http://www.nei.org/index.asp?catnum=4&catid=1032
“As the nation looks to strengthen its energy security, meet future electricity needs and reduce emissions of greenhouse gases, 16 energy companies and consortia over the past 18 months have announced their intention to file license applications with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission to build as many as 30 new nuclear power plants.”
BTW, more on Excelon’s site:
http://neinuclearnotes.blogspot.com/2007/06/exelon-announces-two-possible-texas.html