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New task force for community-consented nuclear waste disposal.

This act establishes a task force to explore how to safely store nuclear waste with the consent of local communities. The goal is to ensure that decisions on waste site locations consider community input, especially from vulnerable areas, and that nuclear waste is subject to standard environmental protection laws.
Key points
Establishes a task force to analyze legal changes to subject nuclear waste to environmental laws.
The task force will develop principles for locating nuclear waste sites only with local community consent.
The group will include representatives from government, NGOs, unions, and the private sector, including communities affected by waste.
A report with recommendations will be submitted to Congress and the President within one year.
Public input opportunities will be provided in various U.S. regions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5401
Sponsor: Rep. Levin, Mike [D-CA-49]
Process start date: 2021-09-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Nuclear Waste Task Force Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5401.

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 2021-09-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a task force to analyze legal changes to subject nuclear waste to environmental laws.
  • The task force will develop principles for locating nuclear waste sites only with local community consent.
  • The group will include representatives from government, NGOs, unions, and the private sector, including communities affected by waste.
  • A report with recommendations will be submitted to Congress and the President within one year.
  • Public input opportunities will be provided in various U.S. regions.
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. Levin, Mike [D-CA-49].

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 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

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