This bill mandates the Kansas State Corporation Commission to engage a consulting firm to conduct a technical and legal feasibility study on the promotion of nuclear energy generation within the state. The consulting firm must meet specific criteria, including being well-established in the nuclear industry for over 35 years and having significant experience with nuclear operators in the U.S. Additionally, preference will be given to firms managed by military veterans with nuclear operating experience. The bill also exempts contracts established under this section from certain provisions of existing law.

The feasibility study will evaluate various aspects of nuclear energy generation, including economic and environmental impacts, workforce development, and safety criteria. It will also assess the potential for coordinating with other clean energy technologies and provide recommendations for policies to support nuclear energy adoption. The study is required to be submitted to the legislature and relevant committees by April 1, 2026. The bill appropriates $375,000 from the state general fund for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, to fund this study.