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A bill to amend the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to provide for more efficient hearings on nuclear facility construction applications, and for other purposes.

5/9/2024, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 4288

Bill 118 s 4288 aims to make changes to the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 in order to streamline the process for hearings on nuclear facility construction applications. The bill seeks to make these hearings more efficient and effective, while also ensuring that all necessary information is considered in a timely manner.

One of the key provisions of the bill is to establish deadlines for the completion of hearings on nuclear facility construction applications. This is intended to prevent unnecessary delays in the approval process and ensure that decisions are made in a timely manner. The bill also includes provisions to improve the transparency of the hearing process, making it easier for the public to access information and participate in the decision-making process.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to improve the coordination between federal agencies involved in the approval process for nuclear facility construction applications. This is intended to reduce duplication of efforts and ensure that all relevant information is considered in a comprehensive manner. Overall, Bill 118 s 4288 seeks to modernize and improve the process for hearings on nuclear facility construction applications, making it more efficient and effective while also ensuring that all necessary information is considered.

Current Status of Bill S 4288

Bill S 4288 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 8, 2024. Bill S 4288 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 8, 2024.  Bill S 4288's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. as of May 8, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4288

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4288

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4288

A bill to amend the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to provide for more efficient hearings on nuclear facility construction applications, and for other purposes.
A bill to amend the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to provide for more efficient hearings on nuclear facility construction applications, and for other purposes.

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