EO 14299

Deploying Advanced Nuclear Reactor Technologies for National Security

National SecurityEnergy & EnvironmentTechnology

Summary

This executive order directs the federal government to accelerate the development and deployment of advanced nuclear reactor technologies at military installations and Department of Energy facilities to support national security objectives, including powering artificial intelligence data centers and critical defense infrastructure. The order establishes a program requiring the Department of Defense to operate a nuclear reactor at a domestic military base by September 30, 2028, and coordinates efforts across Defense, Energy, and State departments.

Key Points

  • 1Requires Department of Defense to establish a nuclear reactor program and operate a nuclear reactor at a U.S. military installation by September 30, 2028
  • 2Authorizes deployment of advanced nuclear technologies (Generation III+ reactors, small modular reactors, microreactors) at military and Department of Energy facilities to provide secure, reliable power
  • 3Directs federal coordination to enable private sector investment in nuclear technology development while leveraging federally owned nuclear materials and infrastructure
  • 4Establishes Department of Defense and Department of Energy as lead agencies with Secretary of the Army designated as executive agent for nuclear energy across DoD
  • 5Requires submission of legislative and regulatory recommendations within 240 days regarding distribution, operation, and removal of nuclear reactors on military installations

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