ML20234D917

Forwards GE Statement on Util Withdrawal of Application to Build Reactor at Bodega Head

ML20234D917
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Site:	05000000, Bodega Bay
Issue date:	11/09/1964
From:	Dunesia Clark US ATOMIC ENERGY COMMISSION (AEC)
To:	Bunting, Palfrey, Seaborg NRC COMMISSION (OCM)
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