# Plain Language Summary: The U.S.-European Nuclear Energy Cooperation Act of 2025

This bill directs the U.S. State Department to create a comprehensive plan for strengthening nuclear energy partnerships between the United States and Europe while reducing Russia's influence over European energy supplies. The bill was introduced in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine and concerns that Russia uses its control over nuclear technology, uranium enrichment, and reactor fuel to gain political power in Europe. The core idea is straightforward: the U.S. wants to help European countries develop nuclear power using American and allied technology instead of relying on Russian nuclear companies and fuel supplies.

The State Department must develop a detailed strategy within four months that examines multiple aspects of nuclear energy in Europe. This includes analyzing different types of nuclear reactors that could be deployed across Europe, evaluating various fuel sources and supply chains, and identifying which countries currently depend on Russian nuclear technology. The strategy also needs to assess how U.S. and allied companies can compete with Russian nuclear companies and what barriers might slow down the transition away from Russian nuclear dependence. Importantly, the bill emphasizes that any strategy must maintain strict safety and nonproliferation standards to prevent nuclear weapons development.

To support this effort, the bill authorizes $30 million per year for five years to fund capacity building, early-stage nuclear projects in Europe, and campaigns to counter Russian disinformation about nuclear energy. This money would help European countries develop their own nuclear programs and reduce their reliance on Russian nuclear fuel and expertise. The bill essentially treats nuclear energy as a strategic issue tied to national security and European independence from Russian influence, particularly given Russia's attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure during the ongoing war.