The MORE American Fuel Act of 2026 changes how the Nuclear Regulatory Commission licenses uranium enrichment facilities, bringing their approval process in line with how other nuclear fuel cycle facilities are licensed. Under current law, companies must get approval for both construction and operation together before building an enrichment plant; this bill allows companies to begin construction at their own financial risk once their license application has been formally accepted by the NRC, without waiting for full operating approval. Companies seeking this early construction option must notify state governors, local government officials, and relevant Native American tribal governments at least 15 days before building begins. The NRC has 180 days after the bill becomes law to update its regulations accordingly, and the agency retains full authority to deny licenses or enforce construction and safety requirements. This legislation primarily affects companies seeking to build new uranium enrichment facilities, aiming to speed up development of domestic nuclear fuel production capacity.