Legislature(2021 - 2022)
2022-02-04 House Journal
Full Journal pdf2022-02-04 House Journal Page 1765 HB 299 HOUSE BILL NO. 299 by the House Rules Committee by request of the Governor, entitled: "An Act relating to microreactors." was read the first time and referred to the House Special Committee on Energy and the Resources Committee. The following fiscal note(s) apply: 1. Zero, Dept. of Environmental Conservation The Governor's transmittal letter dated January 31 follows: "Dear Speaker Stutes: Under the authority of Article III, Section 18, of the Alaska Constitution, I am transmitting a bill relating to nuclear microreactors. This bill would allow Alaskan communities to pursue the use of nuclear microreactors in Alaska by excluding local microreactor projects from the legislative designation siting requirement, exempting microreactors from the ongoing study requirement of AS 18.45.030 in recognition of the extensive research taking place both inside and outside of Alaska, and adopting the federal definition of a "microreactor." This bill represents an important step toward securing Alaska,s energy independence, supporting the readiness of our Nation's military, and creating a pathway to new and alternative energy opportunities for communities across our State. Alaska has always stood at the vanguard of sustainable microgrid technology, and this bill will ensure we retain our global leadership role. I urge your prompt and favorable action on this measure. Sincerely, /s/ Mike Dunleavy Governor"