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Increased Public Influence on Nuclear Energy Decisions

This act establishes a new office within the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to assist citizens in participating in decision-making processes. Citizens will find it easier to submit comments and requests, and in some cases, may receive reimbursement for costs incurred in significant cases. This aims to increase transparency and public engagement in nuclear safety matters.
Key points
An Office of Public Engagement and Participation is established within the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to support citizens.
The Office will provide legal and technical guidance to facilitate public participation in NRC proceedings.
In significant cases, citizens may be reimbursed for costs, including attorney's fees, if their participation substantially contributed to a favorable outcome.
The Office will be independent and will report annually to Congress on its activities and encountered difficulties.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4136
Sponsor: Rep. Levin, Mike [D-CA-49]
Process start date: 2025-06-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

NRC Office of Public Engagement and Participation Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4136.

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 2025-06-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • An Office of Public Engagement and Participation is established within the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to support citizens.
  • The Office will provide legal and technical guidance to facilitate public participation in NRC proceedings.
  • In significant cases, citizens may be reimbursed for costs, including attorney's fees, if their participation substantially contributed to a favorable outcome.
  • The Office will be independent and will report annually to Congress on its activities and encountered difficulties.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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