To require the Secretary of Energy to establish a Nuclear Fuel Security Program, expand the American Assured Fuel Supply Program, and submit a report on a civil nuclear credit program, and for other purposes.
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ReportedReported by Mr. Manchin, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Manchin, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Manchin, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Manchin, with an amendment
Reported by Mr. Manchin, with an amendment
Mr. Manchin (for himself, Mr. Barrasso, Mr. Risch, Mr. Warner, …
Mr. Manchin (for himself, Mr. Barrasso, Mr. Risch, Mr. Warner, …
Mr. Manchin (for himself, Mr. Barrasso, Mr. Risch, Mr. Warner, …
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Summary
What This Bill Does
Directs DOE to prioritize domestic low-enriched and high-assay low-enriched uranium (HALEU) production. Reduces dependence on Russian nuclear fuel supplies.
Who Benefits and How
US nuclear industry gains domestic fuel supply. Advanced reactor developers get needed HALEU. National security strengthened through energy independence.
Who Bears the Burden and How
DOE must accelerate domestic enrichment programs. Taxpayers fund uranium production infrastructure. Foreign suppliers lose US market.
Key Provisions
- Prioritizes domestic uranium enrichment
- Accelerates HALEU production for advanced reactors
- Considers ally partnerships until domestic supply available
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
Establishes Nuclear Fuel Security Program to increase domestic uranium production and reduce Russian dependence
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Establish domestic nuclear fuel independence"
Bill Structure & Actor Mappings
Who is "The Secretary" in each section?
- "secretary"
- → Secretary of Energy
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