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April 21, 2025
Wave of State Legislation Aims to Accelerate Nuclear Energy Deployment
Over two dozen U.S. states have introduced or enacted nuclear energy legislation, reflecting a strategic shift toward zero-emission baseload power.
More than 25 U.S. states have proposed or enacted legislation since the start of the year to revitalize nuclear energy development, including advanced reactor technologies such as small modular reactors (SMRs). These initiatives signal a…Read the full report
Key Takeaways
- A new Indiana law allows public utilities to recover pre-construction costs of developing small modular nuclear reactors, removing a financial barrier to pursue innovative nuclear projects.
- Colorado has enacted legislation to classify nuclear energy as a clean energy source while Virginia has enacted a similar measure that qualifies fusion energy as carbon-free power.
- Minnesota lawmakers are considering legislation to lift a 30-year old ban on nuclear power plants in the state.
