Energy (Nuclear)

in committee · Washington · House Feb 14, 2026

HJM 4016: Supporting state interest in hosting a federal nuclear lifecycle innovation campus.

This joint legislative memorial requests Washington's Governor to express state interest in hosting a federal nuclear energy innovation campus. It directs the Governor to prepare a state response to the U.S. Department of Energy's request for information, outlining Washington's capabilities in nuclear technology, workforce, and infrastructure. The memorial aims to position Washington to participate in a federal initiative focused on advancing nuclear energy technology, job creation, and grid reliability. It is a procedural request, not a law, directing state action to pursue a federal opportunity.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly seeks to host a federal nuclear innovation campus to advance nuclear energy technology, job creation, and grid reliability in energy infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Nuclear

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in committee · Washington · House Jan 27, 2026

HB 2608: Modifying the targeted urban areas tax preference for projects related to nuclear facilities.

HB 2608 modifies Washington's targeted urban areas tax preference program to explicitly include nuclear facility projects, allowing clean energy manufacturers (including nuclear developers) to qualify for tax breaks previously limited to other industrial projects. The bill adds specific requirements for nuclear projects, such as verifying compliance with labor standards, providing community workforce agreements, and confirming wage compliance during construction. It also extends the deadline for completing qualifying projects by up to two additional 24-month periods (beyond the standard three-year limit) for nuclear facilities requiring federal nuclear regulatory approval. This change aims to support nuclear energy development as part of Washington's clean energy and job creation goals, directly affecting developers of nuclear facilities in designated urban areas.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands tax preferences for nuclear projects, providing fiscal incentives under targeted urban areas program to advance clean energy development.92% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly provides tax incentives for nuclear facility projects, classified as clean energy, advancing infrastructure funding and aligning with clean energy development goals.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes nuclear clean energy via tax incentives, aligning with environmental protection by supporting low-carbon energy infrastructure expansion.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly requires nuclear projects to verify labor standards compliance, provide workforce agreements, and confirm wage compliance to qualify for tax breaks, directly advancing worker protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Nuclear Renewable Energy Labor Standards

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in committee · Washington · Senate Jan 16, 2026

SB 5821: Integrating advanced nuclear energy into the state energy strategy.

Washington's SB 5821 directs the Department of Commerce to develop a nuclear power strategic framework by December 2026, assessing how advanced nuclear energy could support the state's clean energy goals. The framework must evaluate state objectives, development processes (including permitting and tribal consultation), challenges, and policy recommendations - such as streamlining site approvals at previously used nuclear or fossil fuel sites. This bill affects state agencies, utilities, and stakeholders involved in energy planning, aiming to integrate nuclear power as a reliable, clean energy source to meet Washington's 2045 emissions targets and growing electricity demand.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates framework to integrate advanced nuclear into clean energy strategy, aligning with state clean energy goals and promoting low-carbon energy infrastructure development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill directs development of nuclear energy framework to support clean energy goals, promoting low-emission power generation aligned with environmental protection objectives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Nuclear Renewable Energy

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in committee · Washington · House Jan 13, 2026

HB 2090: Integrating advanced nuclear energy into the state energy strategy.

HB 2090 directs Washington’s Department of Commerce to develop a strategic framework for integrating advanced nuclear energy into the state’s clean energy goals. The plan, due by December 2026, would assess how nuclear power could help meet Washington’s targets for 100% clean electricity by 2045, including evaluating siting, permitting, financing, and workforce needs - particularly at former coal sites or the Hanford area. It would examine opportunities for state collaboration with other regions and recommend policies like expediting permits or financial incentives to support nuclear development. The bill does not fund nuclear projects but requires the state to explore nuclear as a potential pathway to replace current fossil fuel generation and achieve decarbonization goals more efficiently.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates framework to integrate advanced nuclear into clean energy strategy targeting 100% clean electricity by 2045, positioning nuclear as a clean energy solution.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Coal Nuclear Renewable Energy

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in committee · Washington · House Jan 12, 2026

HB 1249: Creating the commercial liftoff for energy from advanced nuclear advisory commission.

HB 1249 proposes creating a 13-member advisory commission to support Washington's nuclear energy development. The commission, composed of representatives from universities, national labs, tribal governments, industry groups, and state agencies, will develop a roadmap for building new nuclear facilities and submit annual recommendations to the governor and legislature by October 1 each even year. It aims to address workforce needs and coordinate efforts to advance nuclear energy as part of the state's goal to provide all retail electricity from nonemitting sources by 2045. The bill does not fund projects or change regulations but establishes a structured process for gathering input and planning.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyCreates advisory commission to develop roadmap for new nuclear facilities, advancing nuclear energy development as part of clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Nuclear

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signed · Washington · House May 13, 2025

HB 1018: Adding fusion energy to facilities that may obtain site certification for the purposes of chapter 80.50 RCW.

HB 1018 expands Washington state's energy facility site certification process to include fusion energy facilities. This means that proposed fusion energy projects will now be eligible for review and approval by the Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council (EFSEC). The bill integrates fusion energy into the existing framework for siting major energy infrastructure, aiming to streamline the application process for such facilities. This policy change aligns with the state's goals to develop clean energy sources and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyIntegrates fusion energy into siting process, advancing clean energy infrastructure development per state's clean energy goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentIntegrates fusion energy (clean, low-emission) into site certification process, advancing clean energy infrastructure per state environmental goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Nuclear Renewable Energy Climate Change

in committee · Washington · House Jan 12, 2026

HB 1679: Encouraging electric utility investments in advanced nuclear reactor projects for clean energy transformation act compliance.

HB 1679 allows Washington electric utilities to count investments in advanced nuclear reactor projects toward meeting their 2045 clean energy compliance requirements, specifically as one of up to 20% of their obligation under the Clean Energy Transformation Act. The bill amends existing law to explicitly include advanced nuclear projects as a valid "alternative compliance option," requiring such investments to be real, permanent, and quantifiable in emissions reductions. It directly affects utilities required to achieve 100% nonemitting electricity by 2045, providing a new pathway alongside renewables and efficiency measures. The policy change clarifies that nuclear investments must meet department criteria for verification, without conflicting with existing clean energy standards.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly allows nuclear investments to count toward clean energy compliance, advancing low-carbon infrastructure under CETA's 2045 target.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAllows nuclear investments toward clean energy goals, requiring emissions reductions, directly advancing climate protection under Clean Energy Transformation Act.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Nuclear Renewable Energy

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in committee · Washington · House Jan 12, 2026

HB 1481: Concerning the commercial liftoff for energy from advanced nuclear study.

HB 1481 mandates a study on the potential benefits of advanced nuclear energy, specifically small modular reactors, for Washington's clean energy goals. The joint legislative audit committee must contract a third party to examine how nuclear energy could support grid decarbonization by 2045, create jobs, and potentially replace coal-fired power plants. The study must include recommendations on workforce development and feasibility of nuclear deployment, with a report due to the legislature by July 1, 2027. This bill does not enact new policy but directs a formal review of nuclear energy's role in the state's energy future.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates study of advanced nuclear (small modular reactors) to support clean energy goals, grid decarbonization by 2045, and replacing coal, aligning with clean energy policy objectives.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates study on advanced nuclear for grid decarbonization by 2045, aligning with clean energy goals and reducing coal reliance, directly supporting environmental protection through emissions reduction.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Coal Nuclear Renewable Energy Climate Change

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