Spent Fuel Prioritization Act of 2025

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Summary of Bill HR 1012

Bill 119 hr 1012, also known as the Nuclear Waste Policy Act Amendment, aims to make changes to the Nuclear Waste Policy Act of 1982. The main goal of this bill is to prioritize the acceptance of high-level radioactive waste and spent nuclear fuel from specific civilian nuclear power reactors. This means that certain nuclear power plants will have their waste processed and disposed of more quickly and efficiently.

The bill also includes provisions for the transportation and storage of this radioactive waste, ensuring that it is done safely and securely. Additionally, the bill addresses the funding needed for these activities, making sure that the necessary resources are available to carry out the provisions of the act.

Overall, the Nuclear Waste Policy Act Amendment seeks to streamline the process of managing and disposing of high-level radioactive waste and spent nuclear fuel from civilian nuclear power reactors. By prioritizing certain reactors and ensuring proper funding and safety measures, this bill aims to address the ongoing issue of nuclear waste management in the United States.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1012

Bill HR 1012 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 5, 2025. Bill HR 1012 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 5, 2025.  Bill HR 1012's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of February 5, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1012

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
2
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
5
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1012

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1012

To amend the Nuclear Waste Policy Act of 1982 to prioritize the acceptance of high-level radioactive waste or spent nuclear fuel from certain civilian nuclear power reactors, and for other purposes.To amend the Nuclear Waste Policy Act of 1982 to prioritize the acceptance of high-level radioactive waste or spent nuclear fuel from certain civilian nuclear power reactors, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1012

Mike Levin
Mike Levin
California(Democrat)
Scott H. Peters
Scott H. Peters
California(Democrat)
Michael Lawler
Michael Lawler
New York(Republican)
Young Kim
Young Kim
California(Republican)
Darrell Issa
Darrell Issa
California(Republican)
Brian K. Fitzpatrick
Brian K. Fitzpatrick
Pennsylvania(Republican)

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