No Nuclear Testing Without Approval Act

# No Nuclear Testing Without Approval Act (HR 5951) - Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would require explicit congressional approval before the United States could conduct any nuclear weapons tests. Currently, the U.S. has maintained a voluntary moratorium on nuclear testing since 1992, but no law explicitly prohibits it. This legislation would codify that restriction into law, making it illegal for the federal government to conduct nuclear weapons tests unless Congress votes to authorize them first. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects the Department of Energy and Department of Defense, which oversee nuclear weapons programs. It would also impact any future presidential administration considering nuclear testing.

Broader impacts could include U.S. relations with other countries, particularly those concerned about nuclear proliferation and weapons development. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives. It was introduced by Representative Steven Horsford (D-NV), whose Nevada district is home to the Nevada National Security Site, where past U.S. nuclear tests were conducted.