INSPECT Act

Hozzl · 2024-02-05T14:30:09Z

Explore the details of House Bill 5115 INSPECT Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Energy. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 5115

Increasing Nuclear Safety Protocols for Extended Canister Transfers Act or the INSPECT Act

This bill requires the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to assign a resident inspector to each commercial nuclear power plant that has permanently ceased operation. The inspector must (1) conduct inspections of decommissioning activities and spent nuclear fuel transfer activities, and (2) remain at the plant until all fuel is transferred from its spent fuel pools to dry storage.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5115

Bill HR 5115 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 1, 2023. Bill HR 5115 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on August 1, 2023. Bill HR 5115's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy, Climate and Grid Security. as of August 4, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5115

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Energy

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5115

INSPECT Act

Increasing Nuclear Safety Protocols for Extended Canister Transfers Act

To assign a resident inspector to certain commercial nuclear power plants to conduct inspections of decommissioning activities and spent nuclear fuel transfer activities.