SB131

Nuclear energy; establishing provisions relating to retirement and replacement of coal-fired electric generation facilities; authorizing construction of nuclear power plant by certain entities. Effective date.

Introduced·2/3/25

Oklahoma SB131 establishes provisions for the retirement and replacement of coal-fired electric generation facilities with advanced nuclear reactors.

Oklahoma SB131 mandates that electric utilities notify the Corporation Commission before retiring a coal-fired electric generation facility and report on replacement plans. Utilities must prioritize replacing such facilities with advanced nuclear reactors. If not, they must provide reasoning and evidence. The Corporation Commission issues final orders on replacement options. The bill also authorizes entities to construct nuclear power plants if they comply with federal and state regulations and obtain necessary licenses.

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Where it stands

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

Senate: Energy Committee: DO PASS AMENDED CS

11 Yea

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0 Nay

History

Feb 19, 2025

Senate

Placed on General Order

Feb 13, 2025

Senate

Reported Do Pass, amended by committee substitute Energy committee; CR filed

Feb 10, 2025

Senate

Coauthored by Representative Boles (principal House author)