S.3016

Advancing Research in Nuclear Fuel Recycling Act of 2025

Introduced·10/16/25
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Advancing Research in Nuclear Fuel Recycling Act of 2025 requires a study on recycling spent nuclear fuel.

The Advancing Research in Nuclear Fuel Recycling Act of 2025 mandates the Secretary of Energy to conduct a comprehensive study on recycling spent nuclear fuel. The study will analyze the practicability, potential benefits, costs, and risks of recycling spent nuclear fuel from temporary storage sites for use in advanced nuclear reactors, existing reactors, or commercial applications. It will also compare these aspects with the once-through fuel cycle and evaluate policy changes to support recycling technologies.

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History

Oct 16, 2025

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.