MN·Bill·2013-2014 Regular Session
HF 1820
Nuclear energy recoverable costs specified, equipment installation required, and certificate of need for waste issuance storage for facilities operating for more than 60 years prohibited.
Introduced 2013-05-02Last action 2013-05-13 — Author added Slocum
Sponsor
Kahn
Cosponsors
MarianiDehnR.DavnieClarkSlocum
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Died in House committee
The 2013-2014 Regular Session ended on 2014-05-16. This bill was introduced when the session adjourned and did not advance to enactment.
Legislative Progress
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Introduced
2
In Committee
3
Passed Chamber
4
Enacted / Signed
Summary
This bill establishes new restrictions and requirements for nuclear energy facilities in Minnesota, particularly those operating beyond 60 years. The legislation prohibits the issuance of certificates of need for storing nuclear waste at facilities that have operated for more than 60 years, effectively limiting long-term nuclear plant operations. It also specifies which costs related to nuclear energy are recoverable through utility rates and mandates the installation of certain equipment at nuclear facilities. The bill appears aimed at increasing regulatory oversight of aging nuclear plants while potentially limiting their ability to continue operations indefinitely through restrictions on waste storage approvals.
Note
Historical import. Session: 2013-2014
Full Bill Text
https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=HF1820&version=0&session=ls88&session_year=2013&session_number=0