Congressman Tim Moore Introduces Bill to Expand American Nuclear Leadership and Energy Innovation

WASHINGTON, D.C. -Recently, Congressman Tim Moore (NC-14) introduced the Next Generation Nuclear Deployment Actto advance America's leadership in next-generation nuclear energy and ensure the United States remains at the forefront of clean energy innovation.

"Energy dominance begins with innovation," said Congressman Moore. "This bill builds on the Trump Administration's momentum to deploy cutting-edge nuclear technology that can power our future, from artificial intelligence to space exploration, while creating good-paying jobs here at home. America must lead, not follow, in the race for advanced nuclear energy."

Specifically, the Next Generation Nuclear Deployment Act will ensure the Department of Energy's (DOE) Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program encompasses at least 10 test sites across the country, including one micro-reactor, defined as capable of producing up to 10 megawatts of electricity.

Additionally, the bill would allow advanced nuclear testing and development on non-DOE sites, a major reform that will unlock public-private collaboration and relieve pressure on limited federal infrastructure. It also encourages the Secretary of Energy to pursue cost-sharing partnerships with private industry and research institutions to accelerate deployment and reduce taxpayer risk.

Moore's legislation follows President Trump's Executive Order 14301, which expanded the DOE's Nuclear Reactor Pilot Program to 11 lead projects, with three expected to come online by July 4, 2026.

This legislation is supported by American companies and organizations, with Duke Energy saying, "As the operator of the nation's largest regulated nuclear fleet, Duke Energy is fully supportive of advancing federal efforts to develop new nuclear generation that we can deploy on our system. We deeply appreciate and thank Congressman Moore for his continued support of the nuclear energy industry.

The Next Generation Nuclear Deployment Act will bolster the critical work underway to develop and deploy advanced nuclear technology in the United States. Nuclear power serves as a cornerstone of reliable and affordable energy, and we remain committed to ongoing investment in and expansion of this essential energy source."

Read the text of the bill HERE.