HF 3002

This bill directs the Minnesota Commissioner of Commerce to conduct a comprehensive study evaluating the potential costs, benefits, and impacts of advanced nuclear reactors (specifically small modular reactors under 300 megawatts and molten sodium reactors) operating in Minnesota. The study must analyze effects on air emissions, electricity prices, grid reliability, environmental and public health impacts, employment opportunities, and local economic development, while also identifying state laws and rules that would need modification to enable nuclear reactor construction and operation. The Commissioner must report findings to legislative committees by January 31, 2024, with $100,000 appropriated from the general fund to support this one-time study.