Senate Joint Resolution 3

Requires a study of the feasibility of advanced nuclear generation, including an evaluation of the economic feasibility of replacing closing coal facilities with advanced nuclear reactors. Link to study. In 2022, the legislature gave $1 million to the Nebraska Department of Economic Development to fund a feasibility study. Phase 1 of the study considered areas across the entire state, including current generation sites. Sixteen sites have been identified to proceed to the second phase of the feasibility study. Link to Phase 1 SMR Siting Technical Screening Study.