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NJ·Bill·2026-2027 Regular Session
A 1841
"Small Modular Nuclear Energy Incentive Act."
Introduced 2026-01-13Last action 2026-01-13 — Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities CommitteeCommittee Telecommunications and Utilities
Sponsor
Rumpf, Brian E.R
Cosponsors
Clifton(R)Robert D.(R)Flynn(R)Victoria A.(R)Auth(R)Robert(R)DePhillips(R)Christopher P.(R)Kean(R)Sean T.(R)McGuckin(R)Gregory P.InganamortMichaelFantasiaDawnGuardianDonald A.ScharfenbergerGerry
Legislative Progress
✓
Introduced
✓
In Committee
3
Passed Chamber
4
Enacted / Signed
Summary
The Small Modular Nuclear Energy Incentive Act directs the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities to establish a competitive solicitation program within one year to provide financial incentives for the development of small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) in the state. The bill defines SMRs as nuclear fission reactors with a capacity of up to 300 megawatts that can be factory-assembled and transported for installation, positioning them as a solution to provide reliable, carbon-free electricity while helping New Jersey meet its clean energy goals. Through pecuniary incentives awarded per megawatt hour of electricity produced, the legislation aims to attract SMR construction to replace retiring power plants and create jobs, while emphasizing these newer reactor designs' enhanced safety features and reduced refueling requirements compared to conventional nuclear plants.
Note
Historical import. Session: 222
Full Bill Text
https://pub.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2026/A2000/1841_I1.PDF