A 1071 New Jersey General Assembly · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes advanced nuclear energy program in BPU.

This bill establishes a program within New Jersey's Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to support the development of advanced nuclear energy projects. It defines "advanced nuclear reactors" as those with specific improvements over current technology, including enhanced safety, reduced waste, better integration with renewable energy, and modular design. The program requires projects to be approved by the BPU and includes a new "advanced nuclear development charge" to cover eligible construction costs, with rules for managing unforeseen cost increases. It also creates a certification system for electricity generated, ensuring it meets environmental and reliability standards for qualified projects.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee
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