Bill > HR2938

This bill, the International Nuclear Energy Act of 2023, aims to facilitate the development of a whole-of-government strategy for nuclear cooperation and nuclear exports. Key provisions include: 1) Establishing a focal point within the White House to coordinate international civil nuclear cooperation and civil nuclear export strategy, led by an Assistant to the President with the title of "Director for International Nuclear Energy Policy." 2) Establishing a Nuclear Exports Working Group to coordinate quarterly with advisory groups and set a 10-year civil nuclear trade strategy with biennial export targets. 3) Launching an initiative to modernize civil nuclear outreach to countries developing nuclear energy programs, including providing education/training, facilitating financing relationships, and improving coordination among relevant agencies. 4) Authorizing the Secretary of State, in coordination with the Department of Energy and Commerce, to conduct meetings with at least 5 ally or partner nations to enhance nuclear energy cooperation, including on demonstration and deployment of advanced nuclear reactors. 5) Providing financial assistance and senior advisor support to "embarking civil nuclear nations" to help establish civil nuclear programs. 6) Holding a biennial cabinet-level international conference on nuclear safety, security, safeguards, and sustainability. The bill also seeks to facilitate investment by U.S. allies and partners in U.S. nuclear technologies and establish a Strategic Infrastructure Fund to support civil nuclear and other critical infrastructure projects.