FIRST Act
A bill to establish in the Department of State a Foundational Infrastructure for Responsible Use of Small Modular Reactor Technology program, and for other purposes.
This bill proposes to create a new program within the Department of State called the "Foundational Infrastructure for Responsible Use of Small Modular Reactor Technology." This program aims to develop and support the use of small modular reactor technology, which is a type of nuclear power plant that is smaller and more flexible than traditional reactors. The initiative is intended to ensure that these reactors are used responsibly and safely.
The program would likely affect industries involved in nuclear technology, government agencies responsible for regulating nuclear power, and potentially communities near where these reactors might be built. By establishing this program, the bill seeks to promote the responsible and safe use of small modular reactors, possibly impacting energy production and environmental policies.
As of the last update, the bill was introduced on July 22, 2026, and has been referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations for further review. The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, and it will undergo committee review and potential amendments before any further action is taken.
