AJR 116

This joint resolution formally recognizes the importance of nuclear energy development in New Jersey and directs the Legislature to continue promoting and facilitating nuclear energy development in the state. The resolution highlights that New Jersey's three nuclear power plants (Salem and Hope Creek) currently generate over 40% of the state's total electricity and 85% of its carbon-free electricity, while providing economic benefits including job creation and consumer savings of over $400 million annually. By passing this resolution, the Legislature would make an official statement supporting nuclear energy as a critical component of New Jersey's clean energy strategy and economic development, with copies to be sent to the Board of Public Utilities and Department of Environmental Protection, though the resolution itself creates no binding requirements or specific policy changes.