SB 1001

This bill establishes the West Virginia Nuclear Lifecycle and Advanced Fuel Cycle Development Act, which authorizes and facilitates the development of nuclear fuel cycle activities within the state, including uranium enrichment, fuel fabrication, recycling/reprocessing of nuclear materials, and interim storage of spent nuclear fuel. The legislation positions West Virginia to participate in federal nuclear energy programs, particularly the Department of Energy's Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus initiatives, by allowing state agencies to submit proposals, administer federal funds, and provide matching funds or incentives for nuclear facility development. While explicitly maintaining federal regulatory authority through the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, the bill creates a supportive state framework that prevents local prohibitions of federally-licensed nuclear activities and establishes a special fund to support site preparation, workforce development, and infrastructure improvements for nuclear fuel cycle facilities.