Bill > S2325

This bill aims to restore and modernize National Laboratories by directing the Secretary of Energy to fund critical infrastructure and maintenance projects over fiscal years 2026-2030. The bill authorizes $5 billion annually, with at least one-third managed by the Office of Science, to support priority maintenance and modernization efforts at National Laboratories. These projects include upgrading research facilities, administrative buildings, utilities, roads, and power plants, as well as supporting scientific user facilities and computing capabilities. The bill requires the Secretary to submit an annual list of funded projects to congressional committees, detailing each project's description and funding profile. Additionally, the bill amends the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to broaden the strategy for facilities and infrastructure, requiring the Secretary to develop and submit a comprehensive report within one year of enactment. This report must include a priority list of proposed projects, a 10-year plan for laboratory reconfiguration, funding estimates, and details about planning processes. The goal is to ensure that national laboratories maintain world-leading scientific capabilities, operational efficiency, and environmental sustainability.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/2325/all-info