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SJR 67

Supporting the acquisition and secure storage of uranium-233 in Alabama

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Greg Albritton

Alabama expresses support to relocate U-233 from Oak Ridge to a secure Alabama storage site, urging federal action and a state task force to enable safe, productive use.

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Bill Summary · SJR 67

Summary — SJR 67: Supporting the acquisition and secure storage of uranium‑233 in Alabama

Status: Enacted
Bill type: Senate Joint Resolution (SJR 67)
Introduced: March 7, 2025
Enacted: April 23, 2025
Sponsors: Senators Albritton, Stutts, Barfoot, Livingston

Purpose / Intent

SJR 67 is a formal expression of the Alabama Legislature’s support for the State to receive and securely store uranium‑233 (U‑233) currently held at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (Tennessee). The resolution promotes Alabama as a potential location for secure storage and productive management of U‑233 to support research and advanced nuclear reactor development (including thorium and molten salt reactor technologies).

Key provisions

  • Declares the Legislature’s support for relocating U‑233 to a secure storage facility within Alabama.
  • Urges the Alabama Congressional Delegation to work with federal entities (specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Tennessee Valley Authority, and U.S. Department of Energy) to facilitate any transfer consistent with applicable safety, security, and regulatory standards. (Section (a))
  • Encourages the Governor to create a state task force — coordinating relevant state agencies, Alabama‑based MSR (molten salt reactor) developers, and other stakeholders — to:
    • identify suitable sites,
    • assess infrastructure needs,
    • develop a plan for secure and productive management of U‑233 to support advanced reactors. (Section (b))
  • States that the resolution represents Alabama’s readiness to harness U‑233 for innovation and economic development. (Section (c))
  • Directs that copies of the resolution be sent to the Governor, Alabama’s congressional delegation, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, TVA, DOE, and Oak Ridge leadership.

Who is affected / likely stakeholders

  • Federal agencies that control and regulate U‑233 holdings (DOE, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, TVA)
  • Oak Ridge National Laboratory (current custodian)
  • Alabama state government agencies and the Governor’s office
  • Alabama nuclear and advanced reactor companies (including MSR developers)
  • Local communities, workforce and economic development interests in Alabama
  • Regulatory and public safety entities concerned with secure transport, storage, and environmental protection

Important limits and procedural notes

  • SJR 67 is a resolution — it expresses state support and urges action but does not create binding legal authority, change federal custody, or appropriate state or federal funding.
  • Any transfer of U‑233 would require federal approval, compliance with federal nuclear safety and security rules, interagency coordination, and logistics (transportation, licensing, environmental review).
  • Legislative/procedural timeline highlights:
    • Filed / received by Secretary of the Senate: March 7, 2025
    • First read / referred: March 10, 2025
    • Passed both houses / enrolled: mid‑April 2025 (House passed April 17)
    • Enacted: April 23, 2025

Potential impacts

  • If pursued and approved by federal authorities, the proposal could attract federal investment, create specialized jobs, and support Alabama-based advanced reactor development.
  • It would also raise requirements for secure storage infrastructure, long‑term stewardship planning, and community/regulatory engagement around nuclear materials handling.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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