Uranium enrichment plants could begin construction before NRC operating license
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Sponsor: Mark Kelly · Senator · AZ
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Official title: MORE American Fuel Act of 2026
119th Congress
Topics: Environment & energy
Introduced:
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Companies could start building uranium enrichment plants before getting an NRC operating license, at their own financial risk.
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What does this do?
The bill splits the current combined review and hearing for uranium enrichment plants. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) would license plant operation, with a hearing on request from anyone whose interests could be affected. A company could also start construction before it has an operating license.
Who does it affect?
The bill mainly affects companies that want to build or expand enrichment plants. It also affects the NRC, which would need to rewrite its rules, and the states, local governments, Tribes, and nearby residents where plants would be located.
Why does it matter?
Companies could begin construction sooner than they can today. States, local governments, and Tribes would get advance notice of construction, and people affected by a plant's operation could request a hearing.
What does it cost, and who pays?
- Company bears all risk
- Applies if license is later denied
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Based on the “Engrossed in Senate” text of Sep 30, 2026.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedAug 5, 2026
- Senate committee
- Senate vote
- HouseYou are here · Oct 5, 2026
- The president's desk
Right now: it passed the Senate and now goes to the House. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Held at the desk.