The bill amends R.S. 30:2014.5 to establish an expedited permitting program specifically for advanced nuclear power generation in Louisiana. It authorizes the secretary to develop and implement a program that streamlines the processing of environmental permits, modifications, licenses, registrations, or variances for applicants seeking expedited services. The secretary is required to adopt rules in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act, which will include a notice indicating that the permit is expedited.

Additionally, the bill introduces a federal permitting parity program for nuclear power generation, allowing electric public utilities to expedite their environmental permit applications for the development and construction of small modular reactors. To qualify, applicants must demonstrate consistency with a letter of collaboration from various federal agencies, which must be on file with the department. The bill also clarifies the definition of "electric public utility" to encompass a broader range of entities involved in small modular reactor projects.

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