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Interim Nuclear Waste Storage: Safety and New Regulations

This act aims to establish a program for the interim storage of high-level radioactive waste and spent nuclear fuel. This is intended to improve the management of these materials, especially from decommissioned power plants, potentially impacting public safety and the environment. It also introduces changes to the funding and fee collection for storage.
Key points
A program for interim nuclear waste storage will be established, aiming to safely manage radioactive materials.
Priority for storage will be given to waste from permanently shut down nuclear power reactors and emergency deliveries.
Site selection for storage facilities will require consent from state, local, and affected Indian tribal governments, increasing their say in decisions.
Collection of storage fees will be paused until a final decision on a permanent repository's construction is made, potentially affecting costs for power plant operators.
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Print number: 117_HR_2097
Sponsor: Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-6]
Process start date: 2021-03-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

STORE Nuclear Fuel Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2097.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A program for interim nuclear waste storage will be established, aiming to safely manage radioactive materials.
  • Priority for storage will be given to waste from permanently shut down nuclear power reactors and emergency deliveries.
  • Site selection for storage facilities will require consent from state, local, and affected Indian tribal governments, increasing their say in decisions.
  • Collection of storage fees will be paused until a final decision on a permanent repository's construction is made, potentially affecting costs for power plant operators.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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