Hundreds of nuclear power and construction trade workers rallied at the state capitol Monday in support of legislation that would help to prevent the premature and permanent closure of Pennsylvania’s nuclear power generation plants. The bill would update the Pennsylvania Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Act to recognize nuclear energy for its significant contribution to the state’s zero-carbon energy production, help control future electricity costs for consumers and ensure that existingnuclear power plants remain a viable source for Pennsylvania’s base load electricity supply. Cosponsor of the bill Rep. Dave Millard (R-Columbia), addressed workers at the event…