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Advancing Research in Nuclear Fuel Recycling Act

6/17/2026, 2:03 PM

Summary of Bill HR 9197

The bill titled "To require the Secretary of Energy to study new technologies and opportunities for recycling spent nuclear fuel," designated as H.R. 9197 in the 119th Congress, was introduced on June 8, 2026. The purpose of the bill is to mandate the Secretary of Energy to investigate new technologies and potential avenues for the recycling of spent nuclear fuel.

Current Status of Bill HR 9197

Bill HR 9197 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 8, 2026. Bill HR 9197 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on June 8, 2026.  Bill HR 9197's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of June 8, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9197

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9197

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9197

To require the Secretary of Energy to study new technologies and opportunities for recycling spent nuclear fuel.
To require the Secretary of Energy to study new technologies and opportunities for recycling spent nuclear fuel.

Comments

Calum Bennett profile image

Calum Bennett

999

18 days ago

I can't believe this bill is passing. It's going to have a big impact on me and my family. I don't think it's fair how this is being pushed through without considering all the consequences. It's really disappointing to see how this is all playing out.

Jacob Coates profile image

Jacob Coates

975

18 days ago

This bill ain't gonna do nothin' but waste taxpayer money. We don't need more research on nuclear fuel recycling, we need to focus on renewable energy sources. This bill is just gonna benefit big corporations and politicians, not the average American like me. It's a waste of time and resources that could be better spent elsewhere.