NJ·Bill·2024-2025 Regular Session
A 6154
Establishes advanced nuclear energy program in BPU.
Introduced 2025-12-04Last action 2025-12-11 — Reported out of Asm. Comm. with Amendments, and Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee
Sponsor
Karabinchak, Robert J.
Cosponsors
None⚫
Died in Assembly committee
The 2024-2025 Regular Session ended on 2025-12-31. This bill was introduced when the session adjourned and did not advance to enactment.
Legislative Progress
✗
Introduced
2
In Committee
3
Passed Chamber
4
Enacted / Signed
Summary
This bill establishes an advanced nuclear energy program within the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to promote the development of next-generation nuclear reactors that offer significant safety, efficiency, and environmental improvements over traditional nuclear plants. The legislation creates a framework for "qualified projects" to receive "Advanced Nuclear Energy Certificates" (ANECs) representing the environmental and reliability benefits of nuclear generation, and establishes an "Advanced Nuclear Development Charge" (ANDC) mechanism to help finance construction costs. The program aims to support advanced nuclear reactors that feature enhanced safety systems, reduced waste, improved fuel performance, and greater operational flexibility, including the ability to complement renewable energy sources and provide both electricity and process heat for various applications.
Note
Historical import. Session: 221
Full Bill Text
https://pub.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2024/A6500/6154_I1.PDF