The bill, H.B. No. 3083, proposes the addition of Section 34.0111 to Subchapter A, Chapter 34 of the Utilities Code, which mandates an independent study on the effectiveness and feasibility of mini nuclear reactors in Texas. The Texas commission is authorized to provide a one-time grant to a qualified nonprofit entity to conduct this study, utilizing funds without the need for further appropriation. The nonprofit must meet specific criteria, including being headquartered in Texas, having over 75 years of research experience, and possessing an established nuclear research or testing program prior to grant approval.

The commission is required to submit a report by December 1, 2026, detailing the study's findings and recommendations for potential legislative or other actions. This section of the bill is set to expire on August 31, 2027, and the act will take effect on September 1, 2025.

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