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The International Nuclear Energy Act of 2025 would create a whole-of-government approach to advance U.S. nuclear energy technology and exports globally. If enacted, the bill would establish a dedicated White House office to coordinate nuclear energy policy across federal agencies and streamline partnerships with allied and partner nations. The legislation would support developing countries in establishing nuclear power programs and promote advanced reactor technologies, including small modular reactors designed for flexible deployment and integration with renewable energy sources.
The bill includes provisions to enhance nuclear safety standards internationally, with the Secretary of State authorized to allocate up to $50 million from 2026 to 2030 for biennial international nuclear safety conferences. It would also promote community engagement in nuclear projects and support research into advanced nuclear technologies. The bill has passed committee review and is eligible for a Senate floor vote, though it would still need House passage and presidential signature to become law.
The legislation is designed to position the United States as a leader in nuclear technology and safety while competing internationally in the nuclear energy market. It emphasizes cooperation with developed nations and U.S. allies, with provisions for financial assistance to help partner countries develop civil nuclear energy programs safely and effectively.
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Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
Jun 5, 2025
Jun 5, 2025 · 14:30
On June 5, 2025, the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations held a business meeting to consider multiple pieces of legislation and nominations. The bills under consideration addressed a range of foreign policy and national security priorities, including establishing a quantum cooperation program with international partners, allowing the Secretary of the Interior to develop memoranda of understanding for mapping critical minerals and rare earth elements, providing tools to deter wrongful detention of U.S. nationals, granting international organization status to ASEAN, CERN, and the Pacific Islands Forum, developing a strategy to counter China's global military basing expansion, establishing congressional oversight of security assistance to Mexico, facilitating nuclear cooperation and exports, ensuring Taiwan receives equitable treatment at international financial institutions, and developing a whole-of-government strategy to disrupt cooperation among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. The committee also considered a resolution condemning Hamas for its October 7, 2023 attacks on Israel and demanding the release of hostages, along with three nominations to the State Department for Assistant Secretary positions covering Near Eastern Affairs, Political-Military Affairs, and East Asian and Pacific Affairs. The business meeting format indicates the committee was preparing to vote on advancing these measures, though a hearing does not guarantee passage of any legislation.
Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
Jun 18, 2025
Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
Jun 18, 2025
Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
Jun 5, 2025
Jun 5, 2025 · 14:30
On June 5, 2025, the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations held a business meeting to consider multiple pieces of legislation and nominations. The bills under consideration addressed a range of foreign policy and national security priorities, including establishing a quantum cooperation program with international partners, allowing the Secretary of the Interior to develop memoranda of understanding for mapping critical minerals and rare earth elements, providing tools to deter wrongful detention of U.S. nationals, granting international organization status to ASEAN, CERN, and the Pacific Islands Forum, developing a strategy to counter China's global military basing expansion, establishing congressional oversight of security assistance to Mexico, facilitating nuclear cooperation and exports, ensuring Taiwan receives equitable treatment at international financial institutions, and developing a whole-of-government strategy to disrupt cooperation among China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. The committee also considered a resolution condemning Hamas for its October 7, 2023 attacks on Israel and demanding the release of hostages, along with three nominations to the State Department for Assistant Secretary positions covering Near Eastern Affairs, Political-Military Affairs, and East Asian and Pacific Affairs. The business meeting format indicates the committee was preparing to vote on advancing these measures, though a hearing does not guarantee passage of any legislation.
Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
Jun 18, 2025
Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
Jun 18, 2025
Congress
119th Congress
Introduced
May 19, 2025
No CBO cost estimate has been published for this bill.
