PRINTER'S NO. 3602
THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA
HOUSE RESOLUTION
No.
238
Session of
2022
INTRODUCED BY MEHAFFIE AND STRUZZI, OCTOBER 25, 2022
REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON CONSUMER AFFAIRS, OCTOBER 25, 2022
A RESOLUTION
Directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a
holistic study on the benefits of nuclear energy and small
modular reactors.
WHEREAS, Nuclear energy is a reliable source of zero carbon-
emitting energy; and
WHEREAS, Nuclear energy requires refueling less than once per
year; and
WHEREAS, Nuclear energy has a vital role in the diverse
energy portfolio of this Commonwealth; and
WHEREAS, Small modular reactors are a relatively novel and
innovative method of creating nuclear energy; and
WHEREAS, It would benefit the General Assembly to have a
comprehensive overview of nuclear energy and small modular
reactors and the benefits derived from nuclear energy and small
modular reactors; therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives direct the Joint
State Government Commission to conduct a holistic study on the
benefits of nuclear energy and small modular reactors; and be it
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RESOLVED, That the study include findings and recommendations
on how to maximize the benefits of nuclear energy and small
modular reactors in this Commonwealth; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the Joint State Government Commission issue a
report of its findings and recommendations and submit the report
to the General Assembly no later than 12 months after the
adoption of this resolution.
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