Nuclear Waste Informed Consent Act

Hozzl · 2025-02-13T15:24:12Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 101 Nuclear Waste Informed Consent Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Energy. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/13/2025, 3:24 PM

Summary of Bill S 101

Bill 119 s 101, also known as the "Consent-Based Siting Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to require the Secretary of Energy to seek approval from State and local governments before using funds from the Nuclear Waste Fund to establish a nuclear waste repository. The bill emphasizes the importance of obtaining consent from the communities that will be directly impacted by the establishment of such facilities.

The main objective of the bill is to ensure that affected State and local governments have a say in the decision-making process regarding the allocation of funds for nuclear waste management. By requiring consent from these entities, the bill aims to promote transparency and accountability in the management of nuclear waste repositories.

In addition to the requirement for consent, the bill also addresses other purposes related to nuclear waste management. While the specifics of these purposes are not outlined in the summary, it can be inferred that the bill aims to improve the overall process of siting and managing nuclear waste repositories in a more collaborative and inclusive manner. Overall, Bill 119 s 101 seeks to prioritize the input and consent of affected State and local governments in the decision-making process related to the establishment of nuclear waste repositories. By promoting a more transparent and collaborative approach to nuclear waste management, the bill aims to address the concerns and interests of the communities directly impacted by these facilities.

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Current Status of Bill S 101

Bill S 101 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 15, 2025. Bill S 101 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 15, 2025. Bill S 101's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of January 15, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 101

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 101

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 101

A bill to require the Secretary of Energy to obtain the consent of affected State and local governments before making an expenditure from the Nuclear Waste Fund for a nuclear waste repository, and for other purposes.A bill to require the Secretary of Energy to obtain the consent of affected State and local governments before making an expenditure from the Nuclear Waste Fund for a nuclear waste repository, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 101

Catherine Cortez Masto

Nevada(Democrat)

Jacky Rosen

Nevada(Democrat)

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