House Resolution No. by Representative Echols urges the Department of Energy and Natural Resources and the Public Service Commission to study the legality and feasibility of utilizing nuclear energy in Louisiana. The resolution highlights the growing need for diverse and reliable energy sources, noting advancements in nuclear technology that have made it safer and more efficient. It points out that many states are developing nuclear energy programs to enhance grid reliability and that the U.S. Department of Energy and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission are working to streamline the regulatory process for new reactor technologies.

The resolution calls for a comprehensive evaluation of nuclear energy's potential in Louisiana, considering its economic and environmental impacts, workforce implications, and safety criteria. It requests that the study assess site characteristics, ecological effects, local and state tax impacts, and job creation opportunities associated with nuclear energy generation. A copy of the resolution will be sent to the relevant state officials to ensure the study is conducted.