S 4252
WIPP Economic Assistance Assurance Act of 2026
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 7:52 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the WIPP Economic Assistance Assurance Act of 2026, aims to guarantee ongoing economic assistance payments to communities affected by the closure of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) in New Mexico. It modifies the existing Waste Isolation Pilot Plant Land Withdrawal Act to extend these payments until WIPP permanently stops receiving transuranic waste shipments. The bill seeks to provide continued support for economic stability in these communities during the transition period. It essentially ensures a longer and more consistent stream of financial aid.
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