SB1588

Establishes a nuclear energy task force to study advanced nuclear power technologies in Hawaii.

The bill establishes a nuclear energy task force within the Hawaii state energy office to study the feasibility of using advanced nuclear power technologies in the state. The task force will evaluate benefits, risks, and barriers to nuclear energy, including regulatory, financial, social, and environmental factors. It will also identify potential short-term and long-term nuclear energy goals for Hawaii. The task force will submit an interim report within twenty days of the 2026 legislative session and a final report within forty days of the 2027 session.