Senate committee approves study bill to explore small modular nuclear reactors
Apr 8, 2025
Apr 8, 2025
Sen. Matt McKee’s study bill to evaluate small modular reactor technology and potential siting options cleared the Insurance & Commerce Committee on a unanimous voice vote. Sponsors said the measure is an early step to understand technical and policy implications for Arkansas energy planning.
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The Senate Insurance & Commerce Committee voted to pass House Bill 15‑72, a study bill to evaluate small modular reactor (SMR) technology and siting considerations in Arkansas.
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