STOP Shells Act

House Bill

H.R. 4530

119th Congress

STOP Shells Act

In Committee

Introduced:Jul 17, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Frank J. Pallone Jr.

Representative

Democratic

NJ-6

Cosponsors

2

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Energy

Summary

This bill would create an independent office within the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to advocate for the public and support their participation in NRC activities. This office would aim to improve transparency and give everyday citizens a stronger voice in decisions about nuclear energy and safety.

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy, Climate and Grid Security.

SponsorFrank J. Pallone Jr. (D-NJ)

Introduced7/17/2025

StatusReferred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

ChamberHouse

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Vote Prediction

STOP Shells Act

This bill would create an independent office within the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to advocate for the public and support their participation in NRC activities. This office would aim to improve transparency and give everyday citizens a stronger voice

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This bill would create an independent office within the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to advocate for the public and support their participation in NRC activities. This office would aim to improve transparency and give everyday citizens a stronger voice in decisions about nuclear energy and safety.

Bill Number: 4530
Sponsor: Frank J. Pallone Jr. (D-NJ)
Introduced: 7/17/2025
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Policy Area: Energy

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Fact Sheet

Title: STOP Shells Act
Bill Number: 4530
Sponsor: Frank J. Pallone Jr. (D-NJ)
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Introduced: 7/17/2025
Summary: This bill would create an independent office within the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to advocate for the public and support their participation in NRC activities. This office would aim to improve transparency and give everyday citizens a stronger voice in decisions about nuclear energy and sa

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill would create an independent office within the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to advocate for the public and support their participation in NRC activities. This office would aim to improve transparency and give everyday citizens a stronger voice in decisions about nuclear energy and safety.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

NRC Office of Public Engagement and Participation Act of 2023This bill establishes an independent office within the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to advocate for the public within NRC jurisdiction and support public participation in NRC proceedings and activities.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Establishes an independent 'Office of Public Engagement and Participation' within the NRC
This office would advocate for the public and assist them in participating in NRC proceedings and decisions
The goal is to increase public transparency and input in NRC activities related to nuclear energy and safety

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this bill would directly impact the general public by giving them a dedicated office and resources to engage with the NRC. This could lead to more public awareness and involvement in issues like nuclear plant operations, radioactive waste management, and emergency planning. It may also result in the NRC being more responsive to public concerns about nuclear safety and environmental protection.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Energy

Related Subjects

Congressional oversight

Nuclear power

Public participation and lobbying

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

4530, 119th Congress (2025). "STOP Shells Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-4530

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