Consolidated Interim Storage Facility Restriction Act of 2025

# Consolidated Interim Storage Facility Restriction Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would restrict the federal government's ability to establish consolidated interim storage facilities for nuclear waste. Interim storage facilities are temporary sites designed to hold used nuclear fuel and other radioactive materials while a permanent disposal solution is developed. If passed, the bill would limit or prevent the Department of Energy from creating these storage sites. **Who It Affects:** The bill would impact nuclear power plants, which currently store spent fuel on-site; the Department of Energy; and communities that might host temporary storage facilities. It could also affect the nuclear energy industry's long-term operations and any states or regions being considered as potential storage locations. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced in the House by Rep.

Troy Nehls (R-TX) in the 119th Congress and is currently under review in committee. It has not yet advanced to a full House vote. The bill has limited supporting information available publicly at this time.