To amend the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 and the Energy Reorganization Act of 1974 to strengthen security at sensitive nuclear facilities.
Nuclear Security Act of 2005 - Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to instruct the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to: (1) establish a nuclear security force composed of NRC employees to provide for the security of all sensitive nuclear facilities against the design basis threat; and (2) develop and implement a security plan containing specified elements for each sensitive nuclear facility to ensure the security of all sensitive nuclear facilities against such threat.
Authorizes a holder of a license for a sensitive nuclear facility to petition the NRC for additional requirements in the facility's security plan.
Requires the NRC to establish a hiring and training program for the nuclear security force.
Establishes the Nuclear Security Fund for use by the NRC to administer the security programs for sensitive nuclear facilities.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Air Quality.
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