NRC Office of Public Engagement and Participation Act of 2025

# NRC Office of Public Engagement and Participation Act of 2025 – Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would create a new Office of Public Engagement and Participation within the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), the federal agency that oversees nuclear power plants and nuclear materials safety. The office would be responsible for improving how the NRC communicates with and involves the public in its decision-making processes, particularly on issues related to nuclear facilities, safety regulations, and licensing decisions. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily affect communities near nuclear power plants, environmental groups, industry stakeholders, and the general public—anyone with an interest in nuclear energy policy or safety.

It would also impact the NRC itself, which would need to establish and staff this new office. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill (HR 4136) is in committee, meaning it has been introduced in the House of Representatives but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full chamber. The bill was sponsored by Representative Mike Levin, a Democrat from California.