US grants license for new nuclear reactor before 2027

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) issues a Combined License (COL) or Construction Permit for a new commercial nuclear power reactor before December 31, 2026. Resolves YES if NRC approves license for any new reactor project (including SMRs and advanced reactors). Source of truth: NRC official announcements (nrc.gov), Federal Register publications, and verified by Department of Energy (energy.gov) press releases.