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Congress has approved a $3.2 billion budget for the cleanup of the Hanford Site in Washington, reflecting a 10% increase from previous years but still falling $3 billion short of the estimated annual need. The funding will aid in the vitrification and treatment of contaminated groundwater and soil, although state officials caution that delays in cleanup deadlines could pose health risks due to leaking radioactive materials. Current efforts are projected to continue until the 2080s, with significant milestones set for 2033.