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Naval Nuclear Propulsion program seeks continued funding for Columbia reactor development, spent‑fuel facility; Navy says reactors on schedule for submarine in‑
Summary
Admiral John (William) Houston told the Senate subcommittee Naval Reactors prioritizes people, R&D and infrastructure including reactor plant development for the Columbia‑class and a naval spent‑fuel handling facility in Idaho; Admiral said reactor plant is ready awaiting shipbuilder schedule and core production is progressing.
Naval Nuclear Propulsion witnesses told the Senate subcommittee they are prioritizing workforce, research and infrastructure to support the Columbia‑class ballistic missile submarine and that reactor plant components and fuel production are on track for delivery when ship construction requires them.
Admiral William Houston, director of Naval Reactors, said the program’s top priorities are people, research and modernizing critical infrastructure. He asked for continued congressional support for two national priority efforts: development of the Columbia‑class reactor plant and construction of a Navy spent‑fuel handling facility in Idaho. "I'm seeking your continued support for two…
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