Streamlining Nuclear Licensing: Faster Permits for Power Plants and Technology
This Act aims to streamline and accelerate the process of issuing licenses and permits for the construction and operation of nuclear technologies, including reactors. For citizens, this means potentially faster development of nuclear energy, which could impact energy supply stability and long-term electricity costs. It also mandates regular updates to efficiency metrics for the regulatory agency to ensure more predictable processes.
Key points
Faster Licensing: The regulatory agency (Commission) must ensure efficient, timely, and predictable reviews of applications for licenses and construction permits for nuclear facilities.
Use of Existing Data: When building new nuclear facilities at existing sites, the Commission must use previously approved information to the extent practicable, aiming to shorten the assessment time.
Performance Metrics: Requires the review and update of performance metrics and milestone schedules for licensing processes at least once every three years to ensure maximum efficiency.
Fusion Reactor Clarification: Amends the law to exclude nuclear fusion reactors from the definition of 'advanced nuclear reactor applicant' for certain regulatory purposes.
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