Bill · H.R. 4263· House(119-HR-4263)
123 GO Act
- Introduced
- 6/30/2025
- Last activity
- 6/30/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, Energy and Commerce, Financial Services, and Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Keith Self
- Cosponsors
- - 4 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "123 GO Act," aims to improve the ability of the United States nuclear sector to compete in foreign markets. It directs the Secretary of State to lead negotiations for "123 agreements" under the Atomic Energy Act of 1954. Specifically, the Secretary must seek at least 20 new agreements before January 3, 2029. The Act also requires the renegotiation or renewal of agreements expiring within ten years of enactment. Furthermore, it establishes a program to help U.S. nuclear suppliers, investors, and lenders compete globally.
Yes· 3 of 10
Does this make trade with other countries easier?+6
The bill specifically targets reducing burdens on nuclear technology exports to enhance international trade capacity.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+5
The bill uses diplomatic engagement and 123 agreements to strengthen international ties through nuclear cooperation.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+5
It directs the Secretary of State to lead negotiations for new and existing nuclear cooperation agreements.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Nuclear Competitiveness: The bill seeks to enhance the global competitiveness of United States persons who are nuclear suppliers, investors, or lenders (Section 4).
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Streamlined Trade Processes: The program includes expediting intergovernmental agreements regarding nuclear energy and the fuel supply chain (Section 4, subsection 1).
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Reduction of Trade Barriers: The bill directs the identification of statutory and regulatory burdens on the export of nuclear technology, fuel, equipment, and services to recommend ways to relieve them (Section 4, subsection 3).
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Market Expansion: The program encourages potential import countries to make favorable decisions regarding the use of nuclear technology, fuel supplies, equipment, and services from the United States (Section 4, subsection 4).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Trade+6Improves Diplomatic Engagement+5Improves International Alliances+5
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+4Increases Job Creation+3
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Reduces Carbon Emissions+3Increases Renewable Energy Investment+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+4
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+2
- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+2
- 7/14/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/2/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/30/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, Energy and Commerce, Financial Services, and Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Tim BurchettRepublican · Tennessee
Michael BaumgartnerRepublican · Washington
Young KimRepublican · California
Jefferson ShreveRepublican · Indiana