Oregon · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 997: Relating to small modular reactor energy facilities; providing that this Act shall be referred to the people for their approval or rejection.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 997 is a bill introduced in the Oregon Senate on February 6, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to small modular reactor energy facilities; providing that this Act shall be referred to the people for their approval or rejection. Primary sponsor: David Smith (Republican). Most recent recorded action (June 28, 2025): In committee upon adjournment.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Allows the siting and operation of a small modular reactor energy facility without requiring that there be a licensed repository for the disposal of high-level radioactive waste. Refers the Act to the people for their approval or rejection at the next regular general election.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Smith | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 1 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- In committee upon adjournment.
- Referred to Energy and Environment.
- Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk.