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Uranium Reserve Act: Ensuring US Energy Independence

This act aims to strengthen the energy security of the United States by establishing a national uranium reserve and supporting domestic uranium production. It seeks to ensure the availability of uranium to sustain the continued operation of nuclear reactors in the event of a supply disruption and to eliminate reliance on Russian uranium.
Key points
Creation of a National Strategic Uranium Reserve to ensure the availability of US-produced and converted uranium in case of supply disruptions.
Support for domestic uranium production, conversion, and enrichment to eliminate reliance on Russian uranium and address supply chain gaps.
Prohibition of acquiring uranium for the reserve and programs from entities controlled by the governments of Russia or China.
Authorization of funds, including $150 million annually for the uranium reserve for fiscal years 2023 through 2032.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_3978
Sponsor: Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY]
Process start date: 2022-03-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

NO RUSSIA Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3978.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of a National Strategic Uranium Reserve to ensure the availability of US-produced and converted uranium in case of supply disruptions.
  • Support for domestic uranium production, conversion, and enrichment to eliminate reliance on Russian uranium and address supply chain gaps.
  • Prohibition of acquiring uranium for the reserve and programs from entities controlled by the governments of Russia or China.
  • Authorization of funds, including $150 million annually for the uranium reserve for fiscal years 2023 through 2032.
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 Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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