To authorize a nuclear physics program.

House Bill 1871 - To authorize a nuclear physics program.: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2023-01-11T13:27:40Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1871 To authorize a nuclear physics program. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Science, Technology, Communications. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:27 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 1871

Requires the Office of Science of the Department of Energy (DOE) to: (1) carry out a research program, and support relevant facilities, to discover various forms of nuclear matter; and (2) continue supporting the construction of the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams.

Repeals provisions of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 requiring DOE to construct and operate a Rare Isotope Accelerator.

Directs the Office of Science to carry out a program for the production of isotopes that are determined to be necessary for research and applications, including the development of techniques to produce isotopes and support for infrastructure required for isotope research and production. Requires DOE to ensure that such isotope production activities do not compete with private industry unless critical national interests necessitate the federal government's involvement.

Current Status of Bill HR 1871

Bill HR 1871 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 16, 2015. Bill HR 1871 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the House on April 16, 2015. Bill HR 1871's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy. as of August 18, 2015

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1871

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1871

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Potential Impact Areas

- Energy research

- Radiation

- Research administration and funding

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1871

Alan Grayson

FloridaDemocrat

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