North Dakota committee appoints members for advanced nuclear energy study

The North Dakota Legislative Management meeting on July 11, 2025, focused on the appointment of citizen members to the Advanced Nuclear Energy Committee, a key initiative stemming from House Bill 1020. This legislation aims to advance nuclear energy studies in the state by involving representatives from the energy sector.

During the meeting, a proposal was made to appoint Pam Gorman Prochaska from Xcel Energy and Gavin McCollum, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Basin Electric, to the committee. Both representatives expressed strong interest in participating in the interim committee, highlighting the collaborative effort between legislators and energy sector leaders.

The motion to appoint these individuals was made by a committee member and received a second. Following a brief discussion, the committee conducted a roll call vote, which resulted in unanimous support for the appointments. The motion carried successfully, marking a significant step in advancing nuclear energy initiatives in North Dakota.

This development underscores the state's commitment to exploring advanced energy solutions and fostering partnerships between government and industry stakeholders. The next steps will involve the newly appointed members contributing to the ongoing discussions and studies related to nuclear energy in North Dakota.