HB3603

NUCLEAR POWER CERTIFICATE

Introduced·2/7/25
Introduced Text

HB3603 amends the Public Utilities Act to allow construction of advanced nuclear reactors with a capacity of 300 megawatts or less starting January.

HB3603 amends the Public Utilities Act to modify the limitations on constructing nuclear power reactors in Illinois. It allows construction of advanced nuclear reactors with a nameplate capacity of 300 megawatts or less starting January 1, 2026. The bill defines "advanced nuclear reactor" as a nuclear fission reactor with significant safety improvements compared to older reactors. It also mandates that public utilities hold pre-filing public meetings in counties where high-voltage electric service lines are proposed.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 19, 2025

8:00 AM

Public Utilities Committee Hearing

Mar 18, 2025

2:00 PM

Public Utilities Committee Hearing

History

Mar 27, 2025

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Jason R. Bunting

Mar 21, 2025

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Mar 11, 2025

House

Assigned to Public Utilities Committee