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Oregon lawmakers hear mixed views on bill ordering state study of nuclear energy
Summary
Supporters told the House Climate, Energy and Environment Committee that Oregon should study nuclear power’s feasibility and benefits; opponents said the bill is biased because it asks only for “advantages” and not disadvantages. Lawmakers signaled willingness to amend the measure to make the study more objective.
The House Climate, Energy and Environment Committee on Feb. 27 heard competing testimony on House Bill 2,038, a measure that would require the Oregon Department of Energy to study specific aspects of nuclear energy and submit a report by Sept. 15, 2026.
Proponents, including Representative Ed Deal (House District 17), Representative Boomer Wright and Representative Bobby Levy, urged an objective review of modern nuclear technology’s role in Oregon’s energy future. "I firmly believe that our state stands to benefit immensely from a serious in-depth analysis of nuclear energy and all it has to offer," Deal said, adding…
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