Bill · H.R. 6805· House(119-HR-6805)
Next Generation Nuclear Deployment Act
- Introduced
- 12/17/2025
- Last activity
- 12/17/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
- Sponsored by
- Tim Moore
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Next Generation Nuclear Deployment Act," proposes to amend the Energy Policy Act of 2005. The goal is to expand the advanced reactor demonstration program to include the testing and development of various new nuclear technologies. This includes fourth-generation nuclear reactors, small modular reactors, and specialized micro-reactors. The expansion aims to prioritize development across at least 10 different sites. Additionally, the bill allows these projects to take place on sites not owned or operated by the Department of Energy. Finally, it directs the Secretary of Energy to seek cost-sharing arrangements with private industry and research institutions.
Yes· 3 of 8
Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power?+6
The bill promotes investment in advanced nuclear technologies as a low-carbon energy source.
Is this likely to create jobs?+5
The expansion of reactor demonstration projects and private sector partnerships is likely to stimulate job growth in the nuclear energy sector.
Does this put more money into scientific research?+5
The bill directs the Secretary of Energy to partner with research institutions to develop new nuclear technologies.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Expansion of Nuclear Technology: The bill aims to prioritize the testing and development of fourth-generation nuclear reactors, such as sodium-cooled fast reactors, high-temperature gas-cooled reactors, and molten salt reactors (Section 2(a)(2)(A)).
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Development of Smaller Scale Power: The bill includes the development of small modular reactors and factory-produced nuclear reactors with a capacity of no more than 500 megawatts (Section 2(a)(2)(B)).
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Support for Remote Locations: The bill includes provisions for specialized micro-reactors that can produce up to 10 megawatts of electricity and are designed for deployment in remote locations or specialized applications (Section 2(a)(2)(C)).
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Increased Research Partnerships: The Secretary of Energy is directed to seek cost-sharing arrangements with private industry and research institutions to enhance the effectiveness and reach of developing these advanced designs (Section 2(c)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are explicitly stated 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.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Increases Renewable Energy Investment+6Improves Rural Development+4
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+4Good For Rural Residents+4
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+5Improves Small Business Support+3
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Affordable Housing+1
- 12/17/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
- Introduced in House