An Act amending the act of July 10, 1984 (P.L.688, No.147), known as the Radiation Protection Act, in general provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in fees, providing for small modular reactor and microreactor fees and further providing for creation of special funds.
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania’s Radiation Protection Act to define ‘microreactor’ and ‘small modular reactor,’ and to establish fees for these types of nuclear facilities. Specifically, it creates a fund to cover the Department of Environmental Resources’ costs associated with regulating small modular reactors and microreactors, and allows for fee reductions for sites within the Commonwealth. It also clarifies the department’s authority over these facilities.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘microreactor’ and ‘small modular reactor’ for regulatory purposes.
- Creates a Radiation Protection Fund to cover the Department of Environmental Resources’ costs related to small modular reactors and microreactors.
- Allows the Department to lower fees for small modular reactors and microreactors located in Pennsylvania.
- Provides for the possibility of exempting small modular reactor or microreactor sites from certain fees.
- Clarifies the Department of Environmental Resources’ authority over construction permits and operating licenses for these facilities.
Who is affected
- Nuclear facility operators
- The Department of Environmental Resources
- The Pennsylvania General Assembly
- Individuals and companies involved in the construction and operation of small modular reactors and microreactors
- The County of Indiana
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Primary sponsor
Jose Giral
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