Nuclear Safety Research and Development Act of 1980

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Nuclear Safety Research and Development Act of 1980 - Declares that the policy of the United States and the purpose of this Act is to establish a research and development program for developing practical improvements in the safety of nuclear powerplants during the next five years. Directs the Secretary of Energy to establish such a program. Sets forth the goals of such program, including: (1) development of cost-beneficial changes in the generic design and operation of nuclear powerplants; (2) the conduct of further experimental investigations; (3) an analysis of nuclear powerplant fuels that offer significant benefits in safety analysis and are available for a nominal cost; and (4) identification of the aptitude, training, and manning levels which are necessary to assure reliable operator performance. Directs the Secretary to coordinate such activities with other Government agencies and industries supporting nuclear safety research and development and to utilize underutilized federally owned research reactors and facilities. Authorizes the Secretary to enter into international agreements in the development and implementation of such program. Directs the Secretary to study and repo…