NRC Office of Public Engagement and Participation Act of 2025
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Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jun 25, 2025)
NRC Office of Public Engagement and Participation Act of 2025
This bill establishes an independent office within the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to advocate for the public within NRC jurisdiction and support public participation in NRC proceedings and activities.
The bill also authorizes the NRC to compensate certain persons for reasonable attorney’s fees, expert witness fees, and other costs of participating in NRC proceedings in certain circumstances where participation in the proceeding without compensation constitutes a significant financial hardship.
What just happenedJun 25, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseJun 25, 2025
- Jun 25, 2025IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- Jun 25, 2025IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Jun 25, 2025IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House