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Senate approves expedited permitting framework for advanced nuclear projects

5479550 · April 23, 2025
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Summary

SB127 creates a federal-permitting parity program to expedite environmental permitting for small modular reactors when applicants collaborate with federal entities such as the Department of Energy or NRC. Sponsors said the aim is to reduce redundancy and align state process with federal standards.

The Louisiana Senate on April 28 passed Senate Bill 127, which establishes a permitting parity program for advanced nuclear power generation projects.

Sponsor Senator Alex Bass said the bill allows public utilities to apply for…

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