New Nuclear Reactor Construction in New Jersey

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New Jersey has lifted its moratorium on building new nuclear power stations by repealing an outdated radioactive-waste-disposal law. This change allows for the construction of new nuclear reactors, including potential development of small modular reactors and large-scale reactors like the Westinghouse AP1000 at the existing Hope Creek and Salem Nuclear Power Plant site. The legislation removes the requirement for a permanent waste-disposal strategy before new reactor construction and establishes a task force to study financing, supply chains, workforce training, permitting, and public trust for nuclear projects.