What does Preamble of Efficient Nuclear Licensing Hearings Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'To amend the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to provide for more efficient hearings on nuclear facility construction applications, and for other purposes,' aims to modify the Atomic Energy Act of 1954.

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

This bill 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 modify hearing procedures related to construction permits, operating licenses, and amendments. The Commission may issue permits without a hearing if no request is made and after thirty days' notice and publication in the Federal Register, unless the amendment involves significant hazards. Informal adjudicatory procedures are required for any hearing held by the Commission. Section 185 b. is amended to reference the thirty-day notice and publication period or a hearing, as applicable, under section 189 a. (1)(A). Amendments to sections 193(b) concerning Uranium Enrichment Facilities require a hearing only if a person affected requests one. The amendments apply to all pending applications and proceedings before the Nuclear Regulatory Commission on or after the date of enactment.

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Efficient Nuclear Licensing Hearings Act

Last updated: 5/14/2025 · Introduced: 5/14/2025

Author: Tim Scott (R-SC)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill allows the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to issue permits without a hearing if no request is made and after a 30-day notice period, except for amendments involving significant hazards.
Hearings related to construction permits, operating licenses, and amendments will require informal adjudicatory procedures.
Amendments concerning Uranium Enrichment Facilities will require a hearing only if requested by an affected person.

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