S1757Referred to Committee

Efficient Nuclear Licensing Hearings Act

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-05-14
Introduced
4
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Sponsor

Tim Scott
Tim Scott
Republican · SC · Senator
Votes with party: 76.6% (832 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (4)

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.

2025-05-14

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Plain-English Summary

The proposal would speed up the process for holding public hearings on nuclear power plant licenses by setting stricter time limits for how long these hearings can last and requiring more efficient procedures. This would affect nuclear power companies seeking to build or operate plants, as well as the public and environmental groups who currently have opportunities to raise concerns during these hearings. The changes aim to reduce delays in the licensing process while still allowing for public input on nuclear energy projects.

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