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National Strategy for Microreactors in Natural Disaster Response

This act requires the President to develop a national strategy for using small nuclear reactors (microreactors) to quickly provide electricity after natural disasters. This aims to ensure stable power for hospitals, transportation, and other critical services, reducing reliance on diesel generators and improving citizens' energy security in crises.
Key points
Ensuring a rapid and reliable source of electricity after natural disasters, potentially shortening recovery times.
Reducing environmental pollution by replacing diesel generators with cleaner microreactors.
Ability to power critical facilities like hospitals and transit systems, even if the traditional power grid is damaged.
Planning logistics for transporting, storing, and operating microreactors, including their potential use for charging electric vehicles during evacuations.
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Print number: 117_HR_8611
Sponsor: Rep. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19]
Process start date: 2022-07-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

National Strategy to Utilize Microreactors for Natural Disaster Response Efforts Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8611.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ensuring a rapid and reliable source of electricity after natural disasters, potentially shortening recovery times.
  • Reducing environmental pollution by replacing diesel generators with cleaner microreactors.
  • Ability to power critical facilities like hospitals and transit systems, even if the traditional power grid is damaged.
  • Planning logistics for transporting, storing, and operating microreactors, including their potential use for charging electric vehicles during evacuations.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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