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

H.R. 2504 would require the Secretary of State, in consultation with the Secretary of Energy and other relevant federal agencies, to develop a comprehensive strategy aimed at strengthening nuclear energy cooperation between the United States and Europe while countering Russian influence in the European nuclear energy sector. The bill has been approved by committee and is eligible for a floor vote. If enacted, the strategy would need to assess U.S. efforts to increase American nuclear industry participation in Europe, promote the competitiveness of U.S. and allied nuclear technologies against Russian and Chinese alternatives, and evaluate Russia's role in the global nuclear energy market. The bill would authorize $30 million in funding and requires the State Department to submit the completed strategy to Congress within 120 days of enactment. For everyday citizens, this legislation aims to strengthen America's position in global nuclear energy markets and reduce European dependence on Russian nuclear technology and influence, particularly in light of energy security concerns related to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.