H. Griffith (R-VA)
CosponsoredEfficient Nuclear Licensing Hearings Act
A Republican bill with 4 Democratic cosponsors.
Passed the House
By voice vote, no names recorded
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Environment and Public Works · Nov 12
This bill amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to change how hearings are handled for nuclear facility construction applications and licenses.
Yes
- Scored +2
Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power?
Streamlining nuclear licensing processes may facilitate easier expansion of nuclear energy infrastructure.
The opposite
- Scored -4
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?
The bill reduces due process by making hearings contingent upon a specific request rather than being a required part of the proceeding.
- Scored -3
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
The bill reduces transparency by allowing the Commission to dispense with certain notice and publication requirements for amendments.