Substitute House Bill No. 5336, also known as Public Act No. 26-46, introduces a new subsection (f) to Section 2-138 of the general statutes, which mandates the council to conduct a study on the demand for skilled labor in the advanced nuclear energy industry, effective July 1, 2026. This study will focus on the development of various nuclear power technologies, including small modular reactors and microreactors, and will explore methods to address the need for skilled trades workers. The council is authorized to recommend necessary legislation or regulations to support the growth and operations of advanced nuclear energy technologies in Connecticut.

Additionally, the bill outlines that the council must collaborate with various stakeholders, including representatives from the Connecticut State Building Trades Council and joint apprenticeship committees, to ensure comprehensive workforce training. The council is required to submit a progress report by February 15, 2027, and a full report by February 1, 2028, to the relevant joint standing committees of the General Assembly. The bill does not indicate any deletions from current law.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 2-138
ET Joint Favorable: 2-138
File No. 260: 2-138
File No. 609: 2-138
Public Act No. 26-46: 2-138