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Build Nuclear with Local Materials Act of 2026

Introduced
May 14, 2026
Cosponsors
1
Traction
0
Last Action
May 20, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires the use of local materials in the construction of new nuclear power plants. Funds would be allocated to support this domestic sourcing effort.

Sponsored By

Cynthia M. Lummis
Republican · Wyoming · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. May 14, 2026
  2. May 20, 2026You Are Here

    The bill was sent to committee, where members study it, hold hearings, and decide whether to advance it.

  3. TBD

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects the nuclear power industry, specifically companies building new nuclear plants, by potentially increasing their construction costs and affecting their supply chains. It would also impact local businesses and workers who supply materials, by providing them with new opportunities for contracts and jobs.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.

Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary TopicPlanet & Climate
CommitteeCommittee on Environment and Public Works Subcommittee on Clean Air
IntroducedMay 14, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 20, 2026
Latest ActionCommittee on Environment and Public Works Subcommittee on Clean Air, Climate, and Nuclear Innovation and Safety. Hearings held.
Subjects
  • Climate

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.