H.R. 1351 · 117th Congress

Nuclear Prosperity and Security Act

Stage
In committee
Introduced
2021-02-25
Latest action
2021-02-26 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy.

Summary

Nuclear Prosperity and Security Act

This bill directs the Department of Energy to establish and operate a uranium reserve to ensure the availability of uranium mined in the United States in the event of a market disruption and support strategic fuel cycle capabilities in the United States.

Uranium that is mined in the United States by an entity that is owned or controlled by Russia or the People's Republic of China or is incorporated in either country must be excluded from the reserve.