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OR SB997
Bill
Status
6/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
David Smith
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AI Summary
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Exempts small modular reactor energy facilities from existing Oregon law (ORS 469.595 and 469.599) requiring a licensed repository for high-level radioactive waste disposal before a nuclear power plant can be sited in the state
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Defines "small modular reactor" as an advanced nuclear reactor with nameplate capacity of 300 electrical megawatts or less, made of factory-fabricated components transported for on-site assembly
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Allows multiple small modular reactors to be constructed and operated in combination at a single site
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Requires the Act to be submitted to Oregon voters for approval or rejection at the next regular general election
Legislative Description
Relating to small modular reactor energy facilities; providing that this Act shall be referred to the people for their approval or rejection.
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment.
6/27/2025