Energy (Nuclear)

in committee · United States · Senate Oct 29, 2025

S 2082: Nuclear REFUEL Act of 2025

The Nuclear REFUEL Act of 2025 amends the Atomic Energy Act to clarify that certain nuclear fuel reprocessing activities are excluded from the legal definition of a "production facility." Specifically, it removes a prior exclusion for uranium enrichment and adds that reprocessing spent nuclear fuel *without* separating plutonium from other transuranic elements is no longer considered a production facility. This change directly affects nuclear energy companies and facilities engaged in this specific type of fuel reprocessing, as it would exempt them from certain regulatory requirements tied to production facilities. The bill focuses on updating regulatory definitions rather than creating new policy mandates.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyClarifies regulatory status for nuclear fuel reprocessing, reducing barriers for nuclear energy operations under energy production infrastructure85% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Dec 11, 2025

S 3437: Office of Fusion Act of 2025

The Office of Fusion Act of 2025 establishes a new Office of Fusion within the Department of Energy to accelerate the development and commercial deployment of fusion energy technology. The Office will coordinate public-private partnerships, build domestic supply chain infrastructure, and work toward the goal of starting construction on more than one private-sector fusion power plant by December 31, 2028. It requires the Department to submit a detailed commercial deployment roadmap to Congress within 180 days of enactment, with updates every four years, outlining barriers and strategies for advancing fusion energy. The bill also creates a Fusion Innovation Center, based at a national laboratory or university with proven fusion expertise, to lead these efforts.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyEstablishes Office of Fusion to accelerate fusion energy development, promote clean energy infrastructure, and commercial deployment by 202895% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes fusion energy development, a clean energy source that reduces greenhouse gas emissions and supports environmental protection goals.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEstablishes Office of Fusion to accelerate fusion energy technology development and commercial deployment, directly advancing a specific technology sector.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Mar 21, 2025

HR 1474: International Nuclear Energy Financing Act of 2025

This bill directs the U.S. Treasury to advocate through U.S. representatives at multilateral banks (like the World Bank) to remove restrictions on financing nuclear energy projects and to build capacity for assessing nuclear energy needs. It establishes "Nuclear Energy Assistance Trust Funds" at these banks to provide competitive financing and technical support for nuclear projects in borrowing countries, with strict requirements that projects must meet U.S. or allied safety standards. The bill affects how U.S. officials influence global nuclear financing at international institutions and targets countries seeking to adopt nuclear power, including those planning to build reactors by 2030-2035. It requires annual reporting on progress and expires 10 years after enactment.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly promotes nuclear energy financing through multilateral banks, establishes trust funds for competitive financing, and mandates U.S. safety standards for nuclear projects.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes nuclear energy financing, a low-carbon clean energy source, aligning with environmental goals per policy indicators.80% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Mar 26, 2026

HR 2504: The U.S.-European Nuclear Energy Cooperation Act of 2025

This bill requires the U.S. Department of State to develop a strategy within 120 days to strengthen nuclear energy cooperation with Europe and reduce Russian influence in the nuclear sector. The strategy must assess reactor types, fuel cycles, and U.S. nuclear technology investments to decrease Russia’s market share in uranium, enrichment, and reactor supply by 2030. It authorizes $30 million annually (2025-2029) for U.S. engagement, including capacity building and countering Russian disinformation, targeting European countries with active nuclear programs. The bill directly affects U.S. foreign policy coordination, European energy security, and the competitiveness of U.S./European nuclear technology against Russian suppliers like Rosatom.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill authorizes $30M annually to strengthen U.S. nuclear energy cooperation with Europe, reduce Russian influence in nuclear sector, and promote U.S. nuclear technology investments, advancing nuclear energy production infrastructure.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Oct 16, 2025

S 3016: Advancing Research in Nuclear Fuel Recycling Act of 2025

This bill mandates a comprehensive study by the Department of Energy on recycling spent nuclear fuel into reusable materials. It requires analysis of costs, benefits, risks (including proliferation), and comparisons between recycling methods (like aqueous vs. non-aqueous processes) versus current storage practices. The study must assess impacts on communities storing nuclear waste, evaluate facility siting options, identify regulatory gaps, and examine policy needs for future recycling deployment. The Secretary must submit a public report within one year, detailing findings and recommendations for policymakers. This affects the Department of Energy, national laboratories, and communities managing nuclear waste storage sites.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates DOE study on nuclear fuel recycling to advance nuclear energy infrastructure, promoting sustainable energy production methods and addressing waste management challenges.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jun 2, 2025

HR 3667: Strengthening American Nuclear Energy Act

HR 3667, the "Strengthening American Nuclear Energy Act," makes four specific executive orders signed on May 23, 2025, legally binding. It requires the Department of Energy (DOE), the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), and the nuclear industry to follow these orders, which cover reactor testing rules, deploying advanced nuclear technologies for national security, reforming NRC processes, and supporting the nuclear industrial base. The bill directly affects federal agencies managing nuclear energy and the companies developing new nuclear reactors.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates federal agencies to advance nuclear energy infrastructure, streamlining regulations for reactor testing and deployment, aligning with clean energy support indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes nuclear energy which reduces greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil fuels, aligning with environmental protection goals.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 10, 2026

S 3814: ARC Act of 2026

The ARC Act of 2026 establishes a $3.6 billion federal program to provide cost certainty for advanced nuclear energy projects seeking loan guarantees under the Energy Policy Act of 2005. It requires qualifying projects to submit detailed cost estimates, schedule risk analyses, and a project delivery plan to demonstrate on-time, on-budget construction. Borrowers cover cost overruns up to 120% of the base cost estimate, after which the program covers up to 30% of that base estimate (capped at $1.2 billion per project). This directly affects advanced nuclear reactor developers and project owners seeking federal loan guarantees, with strict oversight requirements including quarterly progress reviews and annual schedule updates.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFunds advanced nuclear energy projects via $3.6B program, advancing clean energy infrastructure per bill's explicit purpose.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds advanced nuclear energy projects, which are clean energy sources that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support environmental protection goals.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate May 13, 2025

S 1739: International Nuclear Energy Financing Act of 2025

This bill directs U.S. representatives at multilateral banks (like the World Bank and European Bank for Reconstruction and Development) to advocate for removing restrictions on financing nuclear energy projects that meet U.S. or allied quality standards. It establishes "Nuclear Energy Assistance Trust Funds" at these banks to provide competitive financial and technical support for nuclear projects in borrowing countries, specifically countering non-U.S. financing. The bill applies to countries seeking nuclear energy development and requires annual progress reports for seven years. It includes a 10-year sunset provision, ending all provisions after 2035.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes trust funds to finance nuclear projects at multilateral banks, explicitly advancing nuclear energy infrastructure as part of U.S. energy policy and countering non-U.S. financing.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes nuclear energy, a clean energy source, supporting climate change mitigation goals.80% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Apr 10, 2025

HR 2813: Small Modular Reactor Commercialization Act of 2025

This bill updates federal definitions and policies to support small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs). It increases the size threshold for SMRs from 300 megawatts to 500 megawatts per reactor unit (and adjusts combined capacity limits), ensuring projects within this range qualify for federal funding. The bill requires the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Department of Energy to revise their guidance to align with these new definitions and creates a federal working group to assess U.S. competitiveness in SMR manufacturing and commercialization. These changes directly affect nuclear developers, manufacturers, and federal agencies managing energy policy and regulation.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyPromotes nuclear energy infrastructure by adjusting federal funding thresholds for SMRs, aligning with clean energy investment goals per bill's explicit purpose.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes clean energy by supporting small modular nuclear reactors, which reduce greenhouse gas emissions and advance environmental protection through low-carbon power generation.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill advances nuclear technology commercialization by updating definitions and increasing funding thresholds for small modular reactors, promoting technological innovation in energy sector.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Dec 17, 2025

HR 6805: Next Generation Nuclear Deployment Act

HR 6805 establishes a federal program to accelerate the development and testing of next-generation nuclear reactors. It requires the Department of Energy to prioritize demonstration projects at least 10 sites for advanced reactor designs, including fourth-generation reactors (like sodium-cooled and molten salt types), small modular reactors under 500 megawatts, and specialized micro-reactors for remote or niche uses (up to 10 megawatts). The bill allows projects on any site, not just DOE-owned land, and mandates cost-sharing partnerships with private industry and research institutions to advance these technologies. This directly affects nuclear developers, energy companies, and research institutions participating in the demonstration program.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes federal program to fund advanced nuclear reactor development, advancing clean energy infrastructure and low-carbon energy production per topic description.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes advanced nuclear reactors, a low-carbon energy source, supporting climate change mitigation and emission reductions through clean energy deployment.85% confidence

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