This bill mandates a legislative management study on the feasibility, siting, and deployment of advanced nuclear power plants in North Dakota during the 2025-26 interim. The study will evaluate various factors including potential siting locations, electric grid connectivity, land use considerations, economic impacts, nuclear waste storage, and the feasibility of small modular and micro nuclear reactors. The committee conducting the study will consist of members from the energy industry, public service commission, industrial commission, and representatives from both the House and Senate, ensuring a diverse range of expertise and perspectives. The study will also involve participation from an institution of higher education to assess community acceptance of potential sites.

To support this initiative, the bill appropriates $300,000 from the state general fund and an additional $300,000 from non-state sources for consulting services related to the study, covering the biennium from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027. The legislative council is tasked with seeking matching funds from the private sector to help finance the project. This funding is designated as a one-time allocation, emphasizing the bill's focus on advancing nuclear energy development in the state.