Executive Order 14299: Deploying Advanced Nuclear Reactor Technologies for National Security

A new executive order directs the rapid deployment of advanced nuclear reactors—such as small modular and microreactors—to power military bases and critical AI infrastructure. With national security in mind, the order calls for integrating nuclear technology across Department of Defense and Department of Energy sites, streamlining regulations, and enhancing domestic fuel supply chains. It also aims to boost U.S. global competitiveness by accelerating nuclear technology exports and securing international cooperation agreements. These moves reflect a strategic push to ensure energy resilience, reduce foreign dependence, and cement American leadership in next-generation nuclear innovation.