S 1178 · 96th Congress · Energy

Nuclear Energy Reappraisal Act of 1979

Introduced 1979-05-17· Sponsored by Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA]· Senate

Bill Progress

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Introduced
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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works.(1979-05-17)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Nuclear Energy Reappraisal Act of 1979 - Directs the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to cease the issuance of nuclear powerplant construction permits until the Congress determines that specified issues relating to powerplant safety and security, radioactive waste disposal, and related areas are resolved and Congress enacts legislation specifically renewing the Commission's authority to issue such permits.…

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Cosponsors (2)

1 Democrat1 Republican
Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA]
Sen. Hatfield, Mark O. [R-OR]