By Utah Valley Times |
Feb 29, 2024
The House passed a nuclear energy package, including the Advanced Nuclear Reactor Prize Act, introduced by Representative John R. Curtis (R-UT) on February 29, 2024. Rep. Curtis expressed the need for innovation in the nuclear space to ensure affordable, reliable, and clean energy for the future. He highlighted the challenges faced in the permitting process, stating, "The costs and red tape associated with our permitting process are proving to be duplicative and ineffective."The Advanced Nuclear Reactor Prize Act aims to incentivize innovation by awarding grants to cover...