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To direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to consider nuclear power to be a green source of energy, and for other purposes.
12/15/2023, 3:56 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2487
Bill 118 hr 2487, also known as the "Nuclear Power as Green Energy Act," aims to direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to recognize nuclear power as a green source of energy. The bill seeks to promote the use of nuclear power as a clean and sustainable energy option, alongside other renewable energy sources like solar and wind power.
The bill highlights the benefits of nuclear power, such as its low greenhouse gas emissions and its ability to provide a reliable source of energy. By categorizing nuclear power as a green energy source, the bill aims to incentivize the development and expansion of nuclear power plants in the United States.
In addition to promoting nuclear power, the bill also includes provisions for the EPA to consider the environmental impact of nuclear power in its regulatory decisions. This includes assessing the safety and security measures of nuclear power plants, as well as the management and disposal of nuclear waste. Overall, the Nuclear Power as Green Energy Act seeks to elevate nuclear power as a key component of the nation's energy portfolio, emphasizing its role in reducing carbon emissions and promoting a more sustainable energy future.
The bill highlights the benefits of nuclear power, such as its low greenhouse gas emissions and its ability to provide a reliable source of energy. By categorizing nuclear power as a green energy source, the bill aims to incentivize the development and expansion of nuclear power plants in the United States.
In addition to promoting nuclear power, the bill also includes provisions for the EPA to consider the environmental impact of nuclear power in its regulatory decisions. This includes assessing the safety and security measures of nuclear power plants, as well as the management and disposal of nuclear waste. Overall, the Nuclear Power as Green Energy Act seeks to elevate nuclear power as a key component of the nation's energy portfolio, emphasizing its role in reducing carbon emissions and promoting a more sustainable energy future.
Congressional Summary of HR 2487
This bill prohibits federal funds from being used to carry out the Green Power Partnership unless the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) includes nuclear power as a green source of energy when determining whether a program participant meets the partnership's requirements concerning electricity usage. The Green Power Partnership is a voluntary program that encourages organizations to use green power in order to reduce environmental impacts associated with electricity use. In return for technical assistance and recognition, the partners commit to use green power for all, or a portion, of their annual electricity consumption.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2487
Bill HR 2487 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 6, 2023. Bill HR 2487 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 6, 2023. Bill HR 2487's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy, Climate and Grid Security. as of April 14, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2487
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2487
Primary Policy Focus
EnergyAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2487
To direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to consider nuclear power to be a green source of energy, and for other purposes.
To direct the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to consider nuclear power to be a green source of energy, and for other purposes.
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