White House Revs Up America's Nuclear Comeback Engine
Published Date: 5/29/2025
Presidential Document
Summary
The U.S. is turbocharging its nuclear energy game to become more energy independent and secure. This means boosting American nuclear fuel production, speeding up reactor approvals, and training workers to lead the future. Expect big moves within the next year, with government leaders working together to make it happen and protect our energy future.
Analyzed Economic Effects
6 provisions identified: 6 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Targets: Uprates and Reactors by 2030
The Department of Energy will prioritize actions to facilitate 5 gigawatts of power uprates to existing nuclear reactors and to have 10 new large reactors with complete designs under construction by 2030. These are national priorities the Department must pursue to speed new nuclear capacity.
Expand Nuclear Workforce Training
Within 120 days, the Departments of Labor and Education must push to increase participation in nuclear-related Registered Apprenticeships and Career and Technical Education programs, using apprenticeship intermediary contracts and Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act funds. Also within 120 days, the Department of Energy must increase access for college and university students (and Department of Defense personnel) to National Laboratory R&D infrastructure and expertise.
Priority Funding for Nuclear Startups
Within 180 days, the Department of Energy, in coordination with the Small Business Administration and subject to appropriations, shall prioritize funding for qualified advanced nuclear technologies through grants, loans, investment capital, and other Federal support, with priority to companies showing design maturity and financial backing.
Use DPA to Secure Nuclear Fuel Supply
Within 30 days, the Secretary of Energy must use delegated authority under section 708 of the Defense Production Act to seek voluntary agreements with domestic nuclear energy companies for cooperative procurement of LEU and HALEU. The Department may provide procurement support, forward contracts, or guarantees to consortia to ensure offtake for newly established domestic fuel supply capacity.
Repurpose Surplus Plutonium for Fuel
The Secretary of Energy shall halt the surplus plutonium dilute-and-dispose program (except for DOE legal obligations to the State of South Carolina) and instead establish a program to process surplus plutonium and make it available to industry for fabrication of fuel for advanced nuclear technologies.
Expand Uranium Conversion, Enrichment, Fabrication
Within 120 days, the Secretary of Energy must develop a plan to expand domestic uranium conversion and enrichment capacity to meet civilian and defense needs for LEU, HEU, and HALEU. The Secretary must prioritize contracting for fuel fabrication facilities that can supply qualified test reactors or pilot reactors within 3 years of application.
Your PRIA Score
Personalized for You
How does this regulation affect your finances?
Sign up for a PRIA Policy Scan to see your personalized alignment score for this federal register document and every other regulation we track. We analyze your financial profile against policy provisions to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.
Key Dates
Department and Agencies
Related Federal Register Documents
2026-12435 — National Homeownership Month, 2026
June 2026 is National Homeownership Month, and the President is making homes more affordable for hardworking families and young Americans. New rules stop big investors from buying up single-family homes, and $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities will help lower borrowing costs. These changes aim to fix past mistakes, protect honest buyers, and make owning a home easier and fairer starting now.
2026-12283 — Restoring American Commercial Fishing in the Pacific
The President is reopening huge areas of Pacific waters for American commercial fishing, boosting jobs and local economies while keeping fish and ocean life safe. This change affects fishing communities and businesses that follow smart, science-based rules already in place. The new access starts right away, making it a big win for hardworking fishers and the environment alike.
2026-11594 — Implementing Schedule Policy/Career in the Excepted Service
This new rule affects federal employees in important policy jobs, making it easier to remove those who don’t do their jobs well while still hiring based on merit, not politics. Starting now, these policy-focused career roles will have clearer rules for accountability and rewards for great work. This change helps keep the government effective and fair, with no extra costs or delays announced.
2026-11595 — Strengthening Customs Enforcement
The government is cracking down on customs rules to stop illegal goods and make sure importers pay their fair share. Importers will need to show they have enough money or assets to cover their duties, and new rules will roll out within 180 days. This means safer trade, stronger borders, and fairer business for everyone.
2026-11415 — Promoting Advanced Artificial Intelligence Innovation and Security
The President is boosting America’s leadership in advanced AI by cutting red tape and teaming up with private companies to make AI safer and stronger. This means faster tech upgrades, better cyber defenses, and protecting American ideas from theft—all starting right away with key actions due within 30 days. If you work in government or AI industries, get ready for big changes that speed innovation while keeping our country secure.
2026-11314 — Further Adjusting the Tariff Regimes for Imports of Aluminum, Steel, and Copper Into the United States
The U.S. is updating tariffs on aluminum, steel, and copper imports to keep our national security strong. Big changes include higher taxes on metal products starting soon, affecting importers and industries using these metals. These moves aim to protect American jobs and industries while keeping prices fair.
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2025-09799 — Reforming Nuclear Reactor Testing at the Department of Energy
The government is shaking things up to speed up testing and building of new, safer nuclear reactors at the Department of Energy’s Idaho National Laboratory. This change helps American companies lead in advanced nuclear tech like small modular reactors, boosting energy innovation and national security. The plan kicks off right away, aiming to cut red tape and bring fresh energy solutions faster, with big potential savings and new jobs on the horizon.
Next: 2025-09802 — Restoring Gold Standard Science
This new order aims to fix broken trust in government science by making sure research is honest, clear, and based on real facts. It affects federal agencies that use science to make decisions, requiring them to avoid worst-case guesses and misleading info. These changes start right away and could save money by preventing bad policies based on shaky science.