An Act preventing the discharge of radioactive materials
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill directs the Department of Environmental Protection and the Department of Public Health to study the potential environmental and economic impacts of discharging radioactive materials, particularly from nuclear power plant decommissioning. The study will examine impacts on industries like fishing, aquaculture, tourism, and restaurants, and will recommend measures to mitigate any negative effects. The results of the study and proposed legislation will be submitted to the Joint Committees on Public Health and Environmental and Natural Resources by December 31, 2026.
Key provisions
- Requires a study of the environmental and economic impacts of radioactive material discharge.
- Focuses on discharge from nuclear power plant decommissioning.
- Examines potential impacts on fishing, aquaculture, tourism, and restaurant industries.
- Mandates regular monitoring of land, air, and water.
- Directs the Department of Environmental Protection to submit a report with recommendations.
- Requires the report to be submitted to multiple legislative committees.
- Sets a deadline of December 31, 2026, for the report's submission.
Who is affected
- Department of Environmental Protection
- Department of Public Health
- Fishing Industry
- Aquaculture Industry
- Tourism Industry
Notable changes
- Establishes a formal study to assess the impacts of radioactive material discharge.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Environment and Natural Resources
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