Moab uranium cleanup site would transfer to Grand County ownership
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Sponsor: John R. Curtis · Senator · UT
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Official title: Moab UMTRA Project Transition Act of 2025
119th Congress
Topics: Environment & energy
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Once cleanup is far enough along, the Moab uranium site and a related pipeline would transfer to local public agencies at no cost.
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What does this do?
The bill directs the Department of Energy to transfer the Moab UMTRA cleanup site to Grand County, Utah, at no cost once remediation has progressed enough to allow safe transfer. It also transfers a related water pipeline system, pump stations, a holding pond, and water rights to the Grand County Water Conservancy District. Both recipients are permanently barred from selling or transferring these assets to private companies or nonprofits.
Who does it affect?
Residents and local government agencies in Grand County, Utah, including the county government and the Grand County Water Conservancy District. The Department of Energy also retains a role.
Why does it matter?
The transfer would shift control over cleanup land and water infrastructure to local public hands, potentially affecting land use decisions and regional water supply management. The federal government would retain water rights and authority needed to complete groundwater monitoring and cleanup.
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Based on the “Reported to Senate” text of Sep 17, 2026.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedApr 8, 2025
- Senate committee
- Senate voteYou are here · Sep 17, 2026
- House
- The president's desk
Right now: it was placed on the , and the official record shows no floor action on it since. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 633.