NY·Bill·2023 Regular Session
S 9898
Establishes the commission on reopening the Indian Point energy center; relates to definitions relating to renewable energy; repeals provision of public service law; directs a feasibility study on nuclear SMRs
Introduced 2024-08-28Last action 2024-08-28 — REFERRED TO RULES
Sponsor
Thomas F. O'Mara
Cosponsors
George Borrello(R)Patrick M. Gallivan(R)Joseph A. Griffo(R)Dean Murray(R)Anthony H. Palumbo(R)Dan Stec(R)Mark Walczyk(R)
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Died in Senate committee
The 2023 Regular Session ended on 2024-06-06. This bill was in committee when the session adjourned and did not advance to enactment.
Legislative Progress
✓
Introduced
✗
In Committee
3
Passed Chamber
4
Enacted / Signed
Summary
This bill establishes a 13-member commission to study the feasibility of reopening the Indian Point nuclear energy center, which previously closed, examining costs, grid capacity impacts, and other considerations with a report due within one year. Additionally, the legislation expands New York's definition of "renewable energy resources" to include sources that are "so large as to be useable for centuries" (potentially encompassing nuclear power), repeals certain provisions relating to electric generating facilities, and directs the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority to conduct a feasibility study on small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs). The bill represents a significant shift toward reconsidering nuclear power as part of New York's energy portfolio, both through potentially reopening existing facilities and exploring new nuclear technologies.
Note
Historical import. Session: 2023-2024
Full Bill Text
http://legislation.nysenate.gov/pdf/bills/2023/S9898