S.J.Res.7

Urges the Federal Government to recognize the unsuitability of Yucca Mountain as the site for a repository to store and dispose of spent nuclear fuel and high-level radioactive waste. (BDR R-945)

Final Passage·5/27/25

Nevada SJR7 urges the federal government to reconsider Yucca Mountain as a nuclear waste repository site.

Nevada SJR7 urges the federal government to recognize the unsuitability of Yucca Mountain as a site for a repository to store and dispose of spent nuclear fuel and high-level radioactive waste. The resolution cites concerns about the potential economic impacts on Nevada's tourism industry, the state's geological instability, and the lack of comprehensive evaluation of socioeconomic, environmental, and public health impacts.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 35–7 · May 27, 2025
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

35 Yea

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7 Nay

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History

May 27, 2025

Senate

Enrolled and delivered to Secretary of State. File No. 18. (Effective May 22, 2025)

May 23, 2025

Senate

To enrollment.

May 22, 2025

Assembly

Resolution read. Passed. Title approved. Preamble adopted. (Yeas: 35, Nays: 7.) To Senate.