IL HB3657

Prohibits new nuclear power plant construction in Illinois unless the U.S. Government has identified and approved a demonstrable technology for high-level nuclear waste disposal, or until specifically approved by the General Assembly.

Requires utilities seeking to construct nuclear power plant extensions, alterations, or additions to obtain a certificate of public convenience and necessity from the Commission, with the same standards applied to other utility construction projects.

Mandates utilities demonstrate that proposed nuclear construction is necessary for adequate service at least-cost, the utility can efficiently manage construction, and can finance the project without significant adverse financial consequences.

Requires utilities proposing high-voltage electric service lines (100,000+ volts) to hold a minimum of 2 pre-filing public meetings in each affected county at least 6 months before filing a certificate application, with notice published weekly for 3 weeks.

Directs the Commission to notify all affected landowners by registered mail of initial hearings on high-voltage line applications and requires utilities to reimburse the Commission for mailing costs.