The bill proposes to amend Minnesota Statutes 2022, specifically section 216B.243, subdivision 3b, by abolishing the prohibition on issuing a certificate of need for the construction of new nuclear power plants. The current law explicitly states that the commission may not issue such a certificate, which is being removed. Instead, the bill introduces a new provision regarding the additional storage of spent nuclear fuel, indicating a shift in focus towards managing nuclear waste as part of the energy policy.

Furthermore, the bill includes an effective date clause, stating that the changes will take effect the day following final enactment. This legislative change reflects a significant policy shift in Minnesota's approach to nuclear energy, potentially paving the way for new nuclear power projects in the state.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 216B.243