TX·Bill·88th Legislature (2023)
HB 4738
Relating to a study regarding the feasibility of integrating into the electric grid facilities that use nuclear energy to generate electricity.
Introduced 2023-03-10Last action 2023-03-22 — Referred to State Affairs
Sponsor
Tinderholt
Cosponsors
None⚫
Died in House committee
The 88th Legislature (2023) ended on 2023-05-29. This bill was introduced when the session adjourned and did not advance to enactment.
Legislative Progress
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Introduced
2
In Committee
3
Passed Chamber
4
Enacted / Signed
Summary
This bill directs the University of Texas System to conduct a feasibility study on integrating nuclear energy facilities into the electric grid. The Chancellor of the UT System must designate a department or entity to perform the study, which will compare the costs and benefits of both nuclear fusion and nuclear fission reactors for electricity generation. The designated entity must complete the study and submit a report with conclusions to the Texas legislature by September 1, 2026, with the legislation taking effect September 1, 2025 and expiring December 1, 2026.
Note
Historical import. Session: 88
Full Bill Text
http://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/88R/billtext/pdf/HB04738I.PDF