Efficient Nuclear Licensing Hearings Act

# Efficient Nuclear Licensing Hearings Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Efficient Nuclear Licensing Hearings Act would streamline the process the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) uses to hold public hearings when licensing nuclear power plants and other nuclear facilities. Rather than requiring full formal hearings for every licensing decision, the bill would allow the NRC to use more efficient hearing procedures in certain circumstances, potentially reducing the time and complexity of the licensing process. **Who It Affects:** This bill primarily affects nuclear power plant operators and companies seeking NRC licenses, as well as members of the public who participate in NRC licensing hearings. Environmental and public interest groups that typically engage in these hearings could also be impacted by changes to hearing procedures. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives.

No additional details about specific provisions are available in the current legislative information. The bill was introduced by Representative H. Morgan Griffith (R-VA).