Nuclear Reform Momentum Continues as Congress Eyes Faster Advanced Reactor Deployment

Congress is considering another round of nuclear licensing reforms aimed at making it faster and more efficient to deploy advanced reactors in the United States. The proposals build on the momentum of the ADVANCE Act and reflect a broader recognition that rising electricity demand from AI, data centers, domestic manufacturing, and electrification will require significant additions to reliable baseload power generation. Policymakers increasingly view advanced nuclear as a critical component of th