This bill amends nuclear licensing procedures to streamline the approval process for nuclear facilities. Under current law, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission must hold formal hearings on nuclear construction permits and operating licenses. The bill allows the NRC to issue permits and licenses without a hearing if no member of the public requests one, and requires that any hearings that do occur use informal rather than formal procedures. The bill also applies similar streamlined procedures to uranium enrichment facility licensing. These changes would take effect immediately upon enactment and apply to all pending and future applications before the NRC, potentially reducing the time and cost associated with nuclear licensing decisions.
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