Accelerating Licensing and Deployment of Advanced Nuclear Reactors and Micro-reactors
This law aims to speed up the construction of new nuclear power plants, especially small and micro-reactors, by streamlining licensing procedures. It introduces faster approval pathways for proven reactor designs and establishes a government program for long-term energy purchases. These changes are expected to increase the nation's energy stability and strengthen national security.
Key points
Faster Licensing: Establishes an expedited approval process for new reactors built on existing or adjacent nuclear sites using previously approved designs, with a maximum decision time of 25 months.
Support for Micro-reactors: Requires the development of new, simplified regulatory rules for small micro-reactors, covering safety, fuel transport, and siting considerations, to facilitate their deployment.
Energy Stability: The US government will enter into long-term (10-40 years) agreements to purchase power from new commercial reactors, prioritizing those that supply critical national security infrastructure.
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