American Nuclear Society Criticizes OMB's Proposed Federal Financial Assistance Regulation
The American Nuclear Society (ANS) has submitted comments to the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Office of Federal Financial Management, urging reconsideration of a proposed regulation concerning federal financial assistance. According to John Starkey, ANS's director of public policy, this increased activity stems from executive orders signed by President Trump in May 2025, which aimed to expand nuclear energy. ANS argues that the proposed rule could significantly hinder the effectiveness of federal research investments, U.S. competitiveness, independent scientific inquiry, and the long-term sustainability of technical associations like ANS. The Society emphasizes that sustained investment in education, research, and workforce development is crucial for meeting the nation's growing energy, national security, and technology needs, and continued federal support for nuclear R&D is vital for maintaining U.S. leadership.
