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End of Yucca Mountain Waste Repository: Seeking New, Job-Creating Uses for the Site.

This Act immediately terminates the licensing and construction process for the Yucca Mountain nuclear waste repository in Nevada. This means the site will no longer be used for storing radioactive waste, directly impacting environmental safety and local communities. Instead, the government must study how to repurpose the site for economically viable and job-creating uses, such as defense activities, data centers, or renewable energy development.
Key points
The Yucca Mountain nuclear waste repository project is immediately and permanently canceled. The site will no longer be considered for waste storage.
Withdrawal of the construction application and termination of all licensing proceedings by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
The government must promptly reclaim the Yucca Mountain site and mitigate any significant adverse environmental impacts caused by previous site characterization activities.
Within 180 days, a public report will be submitted detailing the economic viability and job-creating potential of alternative uses for the site (e.g., defense, data centers, renewable energy).
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Print number: 118_S_4324
Sponsor: Sen. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV]
Process start date: 2024-05-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Jobs, Not Waste Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4324.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-05-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Yucca Mountain nuclear waste repository project is immediately and permanently canceled. The site will no longer be considered for waste storage.
  • Withdrawal of the construction application and termination of all licensing proceedings by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
  • The government must promptly reclaim the Yucca Mountain site and mitigate any significant adverse environmental impacts caused by previous site characterization activities.
  • Within 180 days, a public report will be submitted detailing the economic viability and job-creating potential of alternative uses for the site (e.g., defense, data centers, renewable energy).
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 Sen. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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