This bill establishes new regulations for the siting of installations for the storage of spent nuclear fuel and high-level radioactive waste associated with advanced nuclear reactor manufacturers in Wyoming. It introduces definitions for "advanced nuclear reactor manufacturer" and "installation," specifying that these facilities must comply with industrial siting requirements. The bill mandates that any person undertaking the siting of such facilities must adhere to the outlined requirements, including submitting reports on job creation, local tax generation, and community impacts prior to construction. Additionally, it clarifies that installations will be subject to the Industrial Development Information and Siting Act, with specific provisions ensuring compliance with federal regulations.

The legislation also outlines the conditions under which installations can be authorized, including the necessity for a license from the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission and compliance with reporting requirements. It emphasizes the importance of financial assurance for decommissioning and reclamation of installations, allowing the Department of Environmental Quality to review and ensure adequate financial provisions are in place. The bill further stipulates that any spent nuclear fuel stored at these installations remains the property of the advanced nuclear reactor manufacturer until it is transferred to permanent storage. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, with certain sections becoming effective immediately upon the bill's passage.

Statutes affected:
26LSO-0073 v0.6: 35-11-1501, 35-11-1502
26LSO-0073 v0.5: 35-11-1501, 35-11-1506, 35-12-102, 35-12-107