Sec. 623. Nuclear energy research and development programs
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Section 952 of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 ( 42 U.S.C. 16272 ) is amended by striking subsections
(c)through
(e)and inserting the following: The Secretary shall carry out a program of research, development, demonstration, and commercial application to advance nuclear power systems as well as technologies to sustain currently deployed systems. In conducting the program under this subsection, the Secretary shall examine advanced reactor designs and nuclear technologies, including those that— have higher efficiency, lower cost, and improved safety compared to reactors in operation as of the date of enactment of the America COMPETES Reauthorization Act of 2015 ; utilize passive safety features; minimize proliferation risks; substantially reduce production of high-level waste per unit of output; increase the life and sustainability of reactor systems currently deployed; use improved instrumentation; are capable of producing large-scale quantities of hydrogen or process heat; minimize water usage or use alternatives to water as a cooling mechanism; or use nuclear energy as part of an integrated energy system. In carrying out the program under this subsection, the Secretary shall seek opportunities to enhance the progress of the program through international cooperation through such organizations as the Generation IV International Forum or any other international collaboration the Secretary considers appropriate. No funds authorized to be appropriated to carry out the activities described in this subsection shall be used to fund the activities authorized under sections 641 through 645. .
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Sec. 623
Nuclear energy research and development programs
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