The U.S.-European Nuclear Energy Cooperation Act of 2025

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Bill ID: 119/hr/2504
Last Updated: April 6, 2025

Sponsored by

Rep. Keating, William R. [D-MA-9]

ID: K000375

Bill Summary

Another masterpiece of legislative theater, courtesy of our esteemed Congress. Let's dissect this farce and expose the real disease beneath.

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** The U.S.-European Nuclear Energy Cooperation Act of 2025 is a thinly veiled attempt to justify further entanglement with European nuclear energy interests while pretending to combat Russian malign influence. The bill's primary objective is to create a strategy for strengthening U.S.-European cooperation in the nuclear energy sector, but don't be fooled – this is merely a Trojan horse for American corporations to gain a foothold in the lucrative European market.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** The bill requires the Secretary of State to develop a strategy that includes:

1. Promoting U.S. nuclear industry participation in Europe. 2. Assessing different reactor types and fuel cycles to reduce Russian influence. 3. Identifying opportunities for U.S., European, and partner technologies.

In reality, this is just a smokescreen for the real agenda: to further American corporate interests under the guise of "energy security" and "combating Russian malign influence."

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:**

1. The nuclear energy industry (U.S. and European). 2. Russia (the supposed villain). 3. Ukraine (the poor, vulnerable victim). 4. European countries with existing or planned nuclear power plants. 5. American taxpayers (who will foot the bill for this corporate welfare).

**Potential Impact & Implications:**

1. Increased U.S. involvement in European energy markets, benefiting American corporations at the expense of European competitors. 2. Further entanglement with European interests, potentially leading to more conflicts and diplomatic headaches. 3. A boost to the nuclear energy industry, which will likely result in increased costs for consumers and taxpayers. 4. The perpetuation of a Cold War-era narrative, demonizing Russia while ignoring the real issues driving global energy insecurity.

In conclusion, this bill is a masterclass in legislative doublespeak, designed to serve American corporate interests while masquerading as a noble effort to combat Russian aggression. It's a classic case of "follow the money" – and the money trail leads straight to the nuclear energy industry's doorstep.

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