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119th CONGRESS
2d Session
H. R. 7811
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
March 5, 2026Mr. Hurd of Colorado (for himself and Ms. DeGette) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce
A BILL
To amend the Uranium Mill Tailings Radiation Control Act of 1978 to extend the authorization of a disposal site in Mesa County, Colorado, until the site is filled to designed capacity.
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Short title
This Act may be cited as the Responsible Containment Reauthorization Act.
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Extension of authorization
Section 112(a)(1)(B) of the Uranium Mill Tailings Radiation Control Act of 1978 (42 U.S.C. 7922(a)(1)(B)) is amended by striking , or September 30, 2031, whichever comes first.