What does Preamble of Efficient Nuclear Licensing Hearings Act do?

This bill proposes to amend the Atomic Energy Act of 1954. The stated purpose is to provide for more efficient hearings on nuclear facility construction applications. The bill was introduced by Mr. Griffith, Ms. Schrier, and Mr. Veasey.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Efficient Nuclear Licensing Hearings Act do?

This Act is formally titled the 'Efficient Nuclear Licensing Hearings Act'.

What does UPDATING HEARING PROCEDURES. of Efficient Nuclear Licensing Hearings Act do?

This section amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to update hearing procedures. The Commission may issue permits and licenses without a hearing if no one requests one, but must provide thirty days' notice and publication in the Federal Register. The Commission can waive the thirty-day notice and publication for amendments deemed to involve no significant hazards consideration. Hearings held by the Commission will use informal adjudicatory procedures. Section 185 b. is amended to reference the thirty-day notice and publication period or a hearing, as applicable. Amendments to section 193(b) regarding Uranium Enrichment Facilities specify that a hearing is required only if requested by a person whose interest may be affected. The amendments apply to all pending applications and proceedings before the Nuclear Regulatory Commission from the date of enactment.

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Efficient Nuclear Licensing Hearings Act

Last updated: 9/23/2025 · Introduced: 9/23/2025

Author: H. Griffith (R-VA)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill allows the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to issue permits and licenses without a hearing if no one requests one, following a 30-day notice and publication period.
Hearings conducted by the Commission will utilize informal adjudicatory procedures, streamlining the process.
For Uranium Enrichment Facilities, hearings are now required only if requested by parties with potentially affected interests.

119th Congressin committeeS. 1757(In Committee)Official page

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