Science, Space, and Technology; Senate – Energy and Natural Resources
Co-Sponsors: 5 – 2 Democrats, 3 Republicans
The bill instructs the Department of Energy (DOE) to establish a versatile reactor-based fast neutron source to function as a national user facility. The DOE is required to consult with the private sector as well as universities, national laboratories, and any relevant federal agencies so that the source will meet federal research needs in relation to the study of neutron irradiation services. The bill also directs the DOE to ensure the national user facility provides specific capabilities including the ability for upgrades to handle new or expanded research needs. The facility must be fully operational by December 31, 2025.
Co-Sponsors: 5 – 2 Democrats, 3 Republicans
The bill instructs the Department of Energy (DOE) to establish a versatile reactor-based fast neutron source to function as a national user facility. The DOE is required to consult with the private sector as well as universities, national laboratories, and any relevant federal agencies so that the source will meet federal research needs in relation to the study of neutron irradiation services. The bill also directs the DOE to ensure the national user facility provides specific capabilities including the ability for upgrades to handle new or expanded research needs. The facility must be fully operational by December 31, 2025.
This bill addresses Green New Deal goal 2(C)p.7 to develop new clean power capacity.
This bill addresses Green Real Deal goal 2(B)p.4 to invest in next generation low- and zero-emission energy sources including nuclear energy.
This bill addresses Green Real Deal goal 2(B)p.4 to invest in next generation low- and zero-emission energy sources including nuclear energy.