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ID HCR031
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Passed
3/4/2020
Primary Sponsor
Environment, Energy and Technology Committee
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AI Summary
- Recognizes nuclear power as a significant emissions-free energy resource and necessary contributor to U.S. electricity supply, currently providing nearly 20% of the nation's electricity
- Notes that 96 nuclear reactors operate in 29 states with improved performance, with operational capacity factor increasing from approximately 53% in 1980 to over 90% today
- Acknowledges the Idaho National Laboratory as the U.S. Department of Energy's laboratory for nuclear energy, which has significantly influenced reactor designs globally
- Recognizes that Idaho has designed, constructed, operated, and decommissioned more nuclear reactors than anywhere in the world
- Highlights INL's research in advanced nuclear reactor designs including small modular reactors and micro reactors, as well as its work in energy, national security, science, and environmental protection
Legislative Description
Stating findings of the Legislature and recognizing nuclear power as a significant emissions-free energy resource and recognizing the significant contributions of the Idaho National Laboratory.
IDAHO NATIONAL LABORATORY
Last Action
Delivered to Secretary of State at 10:27 a.m. on March 3, 2020
3/4/2020
Committee Referrals
State Affairs2/13/2020
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