Lummis Applauds NRC Approval for TerraPower Kemmerer Power Station

March 4, 2026
Washington, D.C.—Senate Western Caucus Chair Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) released the following statement today applauding theapprovalof the construction permit for TerraPower’s Kemmerer Power Station Unit 1, a commercial nuclear power plant to be built near Kemmerer, Wyoming in Lincoln County.
“Today is a landmark day for Wyoming,”said Lummis.“The NRC’s approval of TerraPower’s construction permit for the Kemmerer Power Station is a major step forward in President Trump’s energy independence agenda. Wyoming has long powered this nation and I’m proud that we are leading the next generation of nuclear energy. TerraPower’s advanced reactor will bring economic opportunity to Kemmerer and western Wyoming, while proving that America can build the technologies of the future right here at home.
“I want to commend TerraPower, the NRC and their staff, and all who worked tirelessly to complete this rigorous review ahead of schedule. That is what is possible when industry and regulators work with purpose, efficiency, and integrity. I look forward to seeing this project begin construction and seeing it come online to serve Wyoming and the nation for generations to come.”
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