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

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Bill ID: 119/hr/2504
Last Updated: April 8, 2026

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

ID: K000375

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Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 43 - 3.

March 26, 2026

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

Congress 119 • 2024 Election Cycle

Total Contributions
$60,750
16 donors
PACs
$0
Organizations
$0
Committees
$0
Individuals
$60,750

No PAC contributions found

No organization contributions found

No committee contributions found

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GREEN, LAWRENCE ALAN
2 transactions
$6,600
2
LEITER, DAVID J.
2 transactions
$6,600
3
MCCANN, WILLIAM J.
2 transactions
$6,200
4
MCCARTNEY, CHRISTINE B.
2 transactions
$5,600
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EPPERLY, MATTHEW THOMAS
1 transaction
$3,300
6
WORLEY, RICHARD
1 transaction
$3,300
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FISH, JOHN F.
1 transaction
$3,300
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MCCLENNEN, JAMES C.
1 transaction
$3,300
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ABRAHAM, ANDREW
1 transaction
$3,300
10
FLAHERTY, SEAN C.
1 transaction
$3,300
11
MORAN, PAUL
1 transaction
$3,300
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SCHELL, J. MICHAEL
1 transaction
$3,300
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BARNES, BEN FRANK
1 transaction
$2,600
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GRAINGER, GARY B.
1 transaction
$2,500
15
SMITH, JAMES
1 transaction
$2,250
16
CHASE, OLIVE M.
1 transaction
$2,000

Cosponsors & Their Campaign Finance

This bill has 4 cosponsors. Below are their top campaign contributors.

Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11]

ID: F000454

Top Contributors

10

1
OTOE MISSOURIA TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA
Organization RED ROCK, OK
$3,300
Oct 28, 2024
2
HABEMATOLEL POMO OF UPPER LAKE TRIBE
Organization UPPER LAKE, CA
$3,300
May 24, 2023
3
OTOE MISSOURIA TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA
Organization RED ROCK, OK
$3,300
May 24, 2023
4
TURTLE MOUNTAIN BAND OF CHIPPEWA
Organization BELCOURT, ND
$3,300
May 24, 2023
5
SIVANANTHAN, SIVALINGAM
SIVANANTHAN LABORATORIES PRESIDENT
Individual NAPERVILLE, IL
$3,300
Nov 4, 2024
6
TULLMAN, GLEN
TRANSCARENT CEO
Individual CHICAGO, IL
$3,300
Oct 17, 2024
7
MCINTOSH, WILLIAM A.
NOT EMPLOYED NOT EMPLOYED
Individual KENILWORTH, IL
$3,300
Oct 29, 2024
8
STOWELL, MARY
NOT EMPLOYED NOT EMPLOYED
Individual WINNETKA, IL
$3,300
Oct 31, 2024
9
KHOSLA, NEERU
CK-12 FOUNDATION EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Individual PORTOLA VALLEY, CA
$3,300
Oct 21, 2024
10
MORRISON, KATE B.
NOT EMPLOYED NOT EMPLOYED
Individual CHICAGO, IL
$3,300
Nov 5, 2024

Rep. Huizenga, Bill [R-MI-4]

ID: H001058

Top Contributors

10

1
POKAGON BAND OF POTAWATOMI INDIANS
Organization DOWAGIAC, MI
$3,300
Dec 11, 2023
2
THALOP LLC
Organization INDIANAPOLIS, IN
$1,000
Aug 29, 2024
3
BARREL DOG, LLC
Organization HOLLAND, MI
$1,000
Sep 1, 2024
4
NOAH HOMES LLC
Organization INDIANAPOLIS, IN
$1,000
Sep 30, 2024
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THALOP LLC
Organization INDIANAPOLIS, IN
$1,000
Sep 30, 2024
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B&B DAIRY
Organization PLAINVIEW, TX
$500
Jul 28, 2024
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B&B DAIRY
Organization PLAINVIEW, TX
$500
Sep 5, 2024
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STRAIGHT LINE RED ANGUS
Organization BANGOR, MI
$250
Jul 23, 2024
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VAN ANDEL, AMY
THE STEVE AND AMY VAN ANDEL FOUNDATION EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Individual ADA, MI
$75,000
Mar 29, 2024
10
VAN ANDEL, STEPHEN
AMWAY CHAIRMAN
Individual ADA, MI
$75,000
Mar 29, 2024

Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17]

ID: L000599

Top Contributors

10

1
MURTAGH, COSSU, VENDITTI & CASTRO-BLANCO, LLP
Organization WHITE PLAINS, NY
$1,000
Feb 24, 2024
2
BATMASIAN, JAMES
INVESTMENTS LIMITED OWNER
Individual BOCA RATON, FL
$6,600
Sep 27, 2023
3
BATMASIAN, JAMES
Individual BOCA RATON, FL
$6,600
Sep 29, 2023
4
AUSTIN, ROBERT
UNAKA CO., INC. BUSINESSMAN
Individual DALLAS, TX
$6,600
Jul 18, 2024
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SILVERMAN, JEFFREY
RETIRED RETIRED
Individual SURFSIDE, FL
$6,534
Feb 15, 2024
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SILVERMAN, JEFFREY
Individual SURFSIDE, FL
$6,534
Feb 22, 2024
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SCALA, MARY ELLEN
RETIRED RETIRED
Individual PORT CHESTER, NY
$5,300
Aug 27, 2023
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DEUTSCH, SHMULEY
SELF PRESIDENT
Individual SPRING VALLEY, NY
$3,900
Jun 24, 2024
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DEUTSCH, SHMULEY
Individual SPRING VALLEY, NY
$3,900
Jun 25, 2024
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PERLMUTTER, RAFUEL
GOLDEN TASTE CEO
Individual SPRING VALLEY, NY
$3,400
Jun 24, 2024

Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-32]

ID: S000344

Top Contributors

10

1
MORONGO BAND OF MISSION INDIANS NATIVE AMERICAN RIGHTS FUND
Organization BANNING, CA
$2,000
Oct 30, 2023
2
MS BAND OF CHOCTAW INDIANS
Organization CHOCTAW, MS
$2,000
Oct 5, 2023
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SANTA YNEZ BAND OF MISSION INDIANS
Organization SANTA YNEZ, CA
$2,000
Sep 30, 2024
4
SANTA YNEZ BAND OF MISSION INDIANS
Organization SANTA YNEZ, CA
$1,300
Oct 21, 2024
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BARONA BAND OF MISSION INDIANS
Organization LAKESIDE, CA
$1,000
Oct 28, 2024
6
SANTA YNEZ BAND OF MISSION INDIANS
Organization SANTA YNEZ, CA
$700
Oct 21, 2024
7
AHMED, TAIMOOR
MARKHOR LOGISTICS CEO
Individual SACRAMENTO, CA
$3,300
Mar 30, 2023
8
GARHWAL, HARI
GARHWAL, CHAN & WILLIAMS CPA
Individual SAN FRANCISCO, CA
$3,300
Mar 23, 2023
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GARHWAL, HARI
GARHWAL, CHAN & WILLIAMS CPA
Individual SAN FRANCISCO, CA
$3,300
Mar 23, 2023
10
GARHWAL, SANJEEV
WWMG PHYSICIAN
Individual SEATTLE, WA
$3,300
Mar 29, 2023

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

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