AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Feb 10, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 18, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- Authorizes the Department of Energy to transfer the Moab uranium milling site to Grand County, Utah at no cost upon completion of radioactive waste cleanup
- DOE must retain necessary water rights, including well access and surface footprint, if groundwater remediation is ongoing at time of transfer
- Prohibits Grand County from reconveying any portion of the transferred land to private entities or nonprofit organizations
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The site location and ownership transfer are clearly defined, but the bill does not specify a completion date for cleanup or criteria for determining when cleanup is 'finished'
- Water rights retention protects DOE's ability to continue remediation activities after conveyance, but the duration and conditions for DOE access are not detailed in the summary
- The reconveyance restriction limits Grand County's future land use options for the property
03 — The Path
Now what?
- Reported with amendment by Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee on September 17, 2026
- Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders (Calendar No. 633) as of September 17, 2026
- Subcommittee held hearings December 2, 2025; full committee ordered favorable report with amendment on February 4, 2026
Legislative History
Actions.
- Sep 17, 2026 — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 633.
- Sep 17, 2026 — Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Lee with an amendment. Without written report.
- Feb 4, 2026 — Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported with an amendment favorably.
- Dec 2, 2025 — Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 119-237.
- Apr 8, 2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
- Apr 8, 2025 — Introduced in Senate