SB 2008

This bill transforms West Virginia into an "agreement state" with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission by repealing the state's current prohibition on radioactive waste storage and disposal and replacing it with a comprehensive regulatory framework for controlling radiation sources. The legislation establishes the Department of Health as the state radiation control agency with authority to license and regulate radioactive materials and equipment in accordance with federal standards, while creating dedicated funds for radiation site closure and inspection activities. By becoming an agreement state, West Virginia will assume regulatory authority from the federal government over certain radioactive materials within its borders, enabling the state to directly oversee and permit nuclear-related activities while ensuring compatibility with federal safety standards and facilitating interstate cooperation on radiation management.