HM 36

This memorial requests the University of New Mexico to conduct a comprehensive study on the benefits and costs of developing nuclear energy in the state, and to provide recommendations for statutory and regulatory changes needed to facilitate a safe nuclear energy industry. The request acknowledges both New Mexico's significant history with nuclear energy facilities and uranium mining, as well as the health traumas that have resulted from past uranium mining activities. The university would be required to report its findings and policy recommendations to the appropriate interim legislative committee focused on energy issues, leveraging UNM's existing expertise in nuclear research including their Department of Energy-funded work on next-generation nuclear reactors.