HB 558

This bill establishes a Nuclear Energy Task Force within the Hawaii State Energy Office to study the feasibility of implementing advanced nuclear power technologies in Hawaii. The task force, composed of state officials, legislators, and experts including potential representatives from the U.S. Navy and utility companies, will evaluate the benefits, risks, and barriers to developing nuclear energy in the state while identifying potential short-term and long-term nuclear energy goals. The task force is required to submit an interim report with any proposed legislation to the legislature before the 2026 regular session, with the ultimate aim of determining whether nuclear power could help Hawaii achieve its clean energy goals and address its energy challenges.