Minnesota HF485 authorizes certificates of need for small modular nuclear reactors.

Minnesota HF485 amends the state statutes to allow the issuance of certificates of need for small modular nuclear reactors. This change permits the construction of new nuclear-powered generating plants with a maximum generation capacity of 300 megawatts, subject to specific conditions. The bill also addresses the impacts of continued operations for facilities seeking license extensions for spent nuclear fuel storage.

Minnesota HF485 authorizes certificates of need for small modular nuclear reactors.

Minnesota HF485 amends the state statutes to allow the issuance of certificates of need for small modular nuclear reactors. This change permits the construction of new nuclear-powered generating plants with a maximum generation capacity of 300 megawatts, subject to specific conditions. The bill also addresses the impacts of continued operations for facilities seeking license extensions for spent nuclear fuel storage.