Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR1395

Introduced
7/30/24  

Caption

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that it is unacceptable that the People's Republic of China and the Russian Federation are outpacing the United States in expanding nuclear energy production and global nuclear market share.

Impact

The resolution recommends that immediate actions be taken to enhance the domestic nuclear fuel supply chain and eliminate reliance on foreign adversaries. It advocates for increasing the number of operational nuclear reactors within the United States, suggesting that a proactive approach is necessary to restore the country’s leadership in the field. Implementing these measures could significantly influence state energy policies by encouraging investments in nuclear technology and infrastructure domestically, potentially leading to increased energy self-sufficiency.

Summary

House Resolution 1395 expresses the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the current standing of the United States in the global nuclear energy sector. The resolution emphasizes that it is unacceptable for the United States to be outpaced by the People's Republic of China and the Russian Federation in expanding nuclear energy production and market share. This acknowledgment is positioned against the backdrop of significant advancements in nuclear technology and reactor construction by China and Russia, which have secured a dominant presence in the global nuclear arena.

Contention

Notably, the resolution points out that nearly 70% of all nuclear reactors under construction globally are either Chinese or Russian designs and stresses the urgency for the U.S. to reclaim its status as the leading provider of civil nuclear technologies. Proponents argue that bolstering nuclear production capabilities is critical not only for economic reasons but also for maintaining geopolitical influence. In contrast, critics may raise concerns regarding environmental safety, cost implications, and the feasibility of rapidly ramping up nuclear reactor construction in the U.S.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HR124

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should support the expansion of domestic nuclear energy and advanced nuclear technology as a viable source of power in order to promote United States nuclear energy leadership and global energy independence.

US HB2504

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

US HR559

Declaring it is the policy of the United States that a nuclear Islamic Republic of Iran is not acceptable.

US HR139

The resolution urges the E3 (the United Kingdom, France, and Germany) to invoke the snapback of United Nations (UN) sanctions against Iran under UN Security Council Resolution 2231 before the option expires on October 18, 2025. This resolution also (1) recognizes that Iran's possession of a nuclear weapon would threaten U.S. and global security, (2) condemns Iran's repeated violations of certain international commitments related to nuclear weapons, and (3) reaffirms that the United States maintains the right to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

US HB8824

The U.S.-European Nuclear Energy Cooperation Act of 2024

US HR1079

Expressing support for the continued value of arms control agreements and condemning the Russian Federation's purported suspension of its participation in the New START Treaty.

US HR339

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that an "all-of-the-above" energy strategy is the most viable approach to energy policy.

US HR317

Urging the United States to lead the world back from the brink of nuclear war and halt and reverse the nuclear arms race.

US HR100

Expressing support for the continued value of arms control agreements and negotiated constraints on Russian and Chinese strategic nuclear forces.

US HR562

Responding to the threat posed by the Russian Federation's deployment of tactical nuclear weapons, and for other purposes.

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