H.R. 9613 · In committee · Energy
Nuclear Advisory Committee Reform Act
Sponsor: Diana Harshbarger (R-TN)
What it does
- Caps Advisory Committee on Reactor Safeguards membership at 15 members appointed by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, with diverse technical expertise.
- Limits Committee members to two consecutive 4-year terms, with exceptions only when the Commission determines compelling need for continued service.
- Requires the Committee to review and report on license applications only when specifically requested by the Commission, with reports made public except where security classification prevents disclosure.
- Directs the Commission to maintain policies ensuring efficient and timely coordination between the Committee and Commission staff.
- Restricts Committee actions to those specifically requested by the Commission and focuses Committee efforts on novel, safety-significant issues directly related to reactor design.
Latest action
Jul 14, 2026: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Committee: House Energy Subcommittee