SEN. DANNY CARROLL ADVANCES KENTUCKY’S HOLISTIC ENERGY PORTFOLIO WITH A NUCLEAR ENERGY GRANT PROGRAM
FRANKFORT, KY (Feb. 19, 2025)—In a continued effort to position Kentucky as a leader in nuclear energy, Sen. Danny Carroll, R-Paducah, has introduced Senate Bill 179 to establish a grant program within the Kentucky Nuclear Energy Development Authority (KNEDA) to advance and attract nuclear energy-related projects across the commonwealth.
The bill sets aside $10 million from existing appropriations to the University of Kentucky for grant funding. KNEDA will be responsible for promoting the grants, accepting applications, and overseeing distribution. A subcommittee of advisory board members will administer the awards.
“Nuclear energy is a critical component of Kentucky’s long-term energy strategy,” Carroll said. “This legislation ensures that our state remains competitive in this rapidly growing sector by providing direct support for nuclear innovation and development.”
By leveraging strategic funding, SB 179 positions Kentucky to compete with other states pursuing nuclear energy investments and reinforces the state’s commitment to a diverse, reliable, and forward-thinking energy portfolio.
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Sen. Danny Carroll, R-Paducah, represents the 2nd Senate District, including Ballard, Carlisle, Livingston, Marshall, and McCracken Counties. He serves as chair of the Senate Families and Children Committee. Sen. Carroll is also a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, the Senate Health Services Committee, and the Senate Education Committee. Additionally, he is a Legislative Oversight and Investigations Statutory Committee member and serves as an ex officio (non-voting) Juvenile Justice Oversight Council member.
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