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HR8674FEDERAL

Milestones for Advanced Nuclear Fuel Act

May 7, 2026

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Currently Unknown. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Introduced.

Last action
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 580.Sep 18, 2024

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[Congressional Bills 118th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [H.R. 8674 removed: Introduced added: Reported in House removed: (IH)] added: (RH)] <DOC> added: Union Calendar No. 580 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 8674 added: [Report No. 118-686] To establish milestone-based development and demonstration projects relating to nuclear fuel, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 7, 2024 Mr. Williams of New York (for himself and Mr. Sorensen) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology added: September 18, 2024 Committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union and ordered to be printed _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To establish milestone-based development and demonstration projects relating to nuclear fuel, and for other purposes. Be it enacted by the Senate […] technologies, and any impacts such changes would have on domestic storage of spent nuclear fuel and disposal through the recycling of spent nuclear fuel.''. removed: <all>added: Union Calendar No. 580 118th CONGRESS 2d Session H. R. 8674 [Report No. 118-686] _______________________________________________________________________ A BILL To establish milestone-based development and demonstration projects relating to nuclear fuel, and for other purposes. _______________________________________________________________________ September 18, 2024 Committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union and ordered to be printed
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The Frame

What this does

The bill establishes a new federal framework for funding private-sector nuclear fuel projects, which could accelerate the development of advanced reactors and domestic fuel production capabilities over the next three years.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Advanced nuclear reactor developers

They will be consulted on milestone development and are potential participants in the demonstration projects.

Electric utility operators

They will be consulted on project milestones and are involved in the peer-review process for project proposals.

Department of Energy

The agency is tasked with managing the new milestone-based program, conducting peer reviews, and producing a study on recycling facilities.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 7, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

This bill directs the Department of Energy to create a program to develop and demonstrate advanced nuclear fuel technologies. It aims to build a competitive domestic nuclear fuel supply chain, including uranium production and fuel recycling, within three years.

Key Facts

  • The Secretary of Energy must award milestone-based projects for advanced fuel cycle technologies.
  • The goal is to establish an economically competitive domestic nuclear fuel supply chain within three years of enactment.
  • The program covers domestic uranium production, conversion, enrichment, deconversion, and waste reduction.
  • Eligible entities must demonstrate necessary resources and expertise, with preference for those using novel technologies, reducing nonproliferation risks, and providing non-Federal matching funds.
  • The Secretary must consult with reactor developers and electric utility operators to set technical and financial milestones.
  • Project proposals will be evaluated through a peer-review process involving private sector, utility, and investment experts.
  • The Secretary may terminate agreements for cause during the performance period.
  • Federal funding under this program cannot duplicate costs covered by other federal awards.
  • The Secretary must provide an annual briefing to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology and the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
  • The Secretary must complete a public study within 180 days analyzing the feasibility and costs of dedicated nuclear fuel recycling facilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main goal of this bill?
To create a domestic supply chain for advanced nuclear fuels, including uranium production and recycling, through government-funded projects.
Who can participate in these projects?
Entities determined by the Secretary of Energy to have the necessary expertise and resources, particularly those that use novel technology, reduce nonproliferation risks, and provide matching funds.
What is a 'milestone-based' project?
A funding model where support is tied to the successful completion of specific technical and financial goals rather than traditional upfront funding.

Why It Matters

The bill establishes a new federal framework for funding private-sector nuclear fuel projects, which could accelerate the development of advanced reactors and domestic fuel production capabilities over the next three years.

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Shift to Milestone Funding

The bill explicitly mandates a shift toward milestone-based funding for nuclear fuel projects, mirroring structures used in other energy sectors to increase accountability.

Department of Energy

Connected Entities

personMr. Sorensen“Co-sponsor of the bill.”Map →
organizationDepartment of Energy“The agency responsible for implementing the milestone-based projects.”Map →
personMr. Williams“Representative from New York who introduced the bill.”Map →
otherHouse Committee on Natural Resources“mentioned”Map →

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  • Controversy20
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  • Entertainment5
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