Twenty-First Century Nuclear Security Act

Hozzl · 2022-12-30T17:47:40Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3995 Twenty-First Century Nuclear Security Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/30/2022, 5:47 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3995

Bill 117 hr 3995, also known as the Twenty-First Century Nuclear Security Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to enhance the security of nuclear facilities and materials in the United States in order to prevent the proliferation of nuclear weapons and ensure the safety of the public.

The bill includes provisions that would require the Department of Energy to conduct regular assessments of the security measures in place at nuclear facilities and make recommendations for improvements. It also calls for increased coordination between federal agencies, such as the Department of Homeland Security and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, to ensure a comprehensive approach to nuclear security.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to strengthen the security of nuclear materials during transportation and storage, as well as provisions to enhance the cybersecurity of nuclear facilities to protect against cyber attacks. Overall, the Twenty-First Century Nuclear Security Act aims to modernize and strengthen the security measures in place at nuclear facilities in the United States to prevent the unauthorized access to nuclear materials and reduce the risk of nuclear terrorism.

Congressional Summary of HR 3995

Twenty-First Century Nuclear Security Act

This bill requires the Department of Energy to report on matters related to global nuclear safety, nuclear security, and nuclear nonproliferation, as well as the risks posed by Russia and China to the global nuclear energy market.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3995

Bill HR 3995 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 17, 2021. Bill HR 3995 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 17, 2021. Bill HR 3995's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy. as of June 18, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3995

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3995

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International Affairs

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Arms control and nonproliferationAsiaChinaCompetitiveness, trade promotion, trade deficitsCongressional oversightEnergy researchEnergy storage, supplies, demandEuropeGovernment studies and investigationsInternational law and treatiesNuclear powerNuclear weaponsRussia

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3995

Twenty-First Century Nuclear Security ActTo direct the Secretary of Energy to submit to Congress a report on the global nuclear leadership of the United States.Twenty-First Century Nuclear Security Act

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