HR 8812·Federal·house
Build Nuclear with Local Materials Act of 2026
In CommitteeFiled May 14, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19] (R)
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Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
May 14, 2026
Summary
The bill orders the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to begin a rulemaking process within 90 days to allow commercial‑grade steel and concrete in non‑safety‑related structures at nuclear power plants. The Commission may still require stricter material standards if it determines a specific safety risk that threatens public health, safety, or national security.
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