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CA SB925
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/28/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jerry McNerney
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AI Summary
- Requires the California Energy Commission to develop a strategic plan for fusion energy development by December 31, 2028, in coordination with federal, state, and local agencies
- Mandates the strategic plan include strategies for expanding fusion research and development, supporting commercialization, creating a regulatory framework for licensing and permitting, and assessing alignment with state clean energy goals
- Expands eligibility for streamlined environmental review under the Environmental Leadership Development Projects program to include fusion energy electrical generating facilities, demonstration facilities, and research and development facilities
- Requires the Energy Commission to identify suitable locations for fusion research facilities and commercial powerplants, considering transmission infrastructure, environmental impacts, and existing fusion assets
- Directs development of a regulatory framework aligned with the federal Nuclear Regulatory Commission's rules for fusion machines, including recommendations for staffing and funding needs at the State Department of Public Health's Radiologic Health Branch
Legislative Description
Fusion energy: State Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission: strategic plan: certification and environmental review.
Last Action
From committee with author's amendments. Read second time and amended. Re-referred to Com. on RLS.
3/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules1/28/2026
Full Bill Text
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