Stating findings of the Legislature and recognizing the potential for the State of Idaho to be a worldwide leader in the manufacturing and commercialization of the advanced reactor industry, including the fabrication and manufacturing of small modular reactors; acknowledging the opportunity this position brings to Idaho's overall economic, business, and technological sectors; and urging exploration of a variety of new public-private program and policy partnerships that promote, establish, and advance the advanced reactor industry.
ADVANCED REACTOR INDUSTRY -- Stating findings of the Legislature and recognizing the potential for the State of Idaho to be a worldwide leader in the manufacturing and commercialization of the advanced reactor industry, including the fabrication and manufacturing of small modular reactors; acknowledging the opportunity this position brings to Idaho's overall economic, business, and technological sectors; and urging exploration of a variety of new public-private program and policy partnerships that promote, establish, and advance the advanced reactor industry.
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
The purpose of this resolution is to recognize Idaho's potential to be a worldwide leader in the advanced reactor industry, including small modular reactors, and to recognize the need for and show support for advanced nuclear energy reactor manufacturing and workforce training programs. This resolution also encourages further research and development efforts to further improve nuclear energy technology, security, and safety.
LATEST ACTION
Reported Printed and Referred to Ways & Means
BILL INFO
- Session
- 2018
- Chamber
- house
- Status date
- Mar 20, 2018