Strengthening American Nuclear Energy Act of 2026

The Strengthening American Nuclear Energy Act of 2026 gives legal authority to four executive orders issued on May 23, 2025, that address nuclear energy policy. This legislation directly affects the Department of Energy, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, and the nuclear industry by codifying rules for reactor testing, advanced reactor deployment, agency reform, and industrial base revitalization. The bill ensures these executive actions remain in effect as law rather than relying solely on presidential directives. It does not create new programs but instead formalizes existing administrative actions into statutory requirements.