The U.S. is taking significant steps to boost domestic production of enriched uranium in light of the impending full ban on Russian uranium imports, which will take effect in 2028. The Prohibiting Russian Uranium Imports Act, signed by President Joe Biden in 2024, restricts imports of unirradiated low-enriched uranium and natural uranium from Russia unless a waiver is granted by the Secretary of Energy. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has highlighted the urgent need to reduce the U.S. dependency on foreign uranium, as current statistics show that U.S. nuclear power plants procure 99% of their uranium concentrate from abroad. In response, the NRC is reviewing a proposal for a new uranium enrichment facility in Tennessee, which aims to alleviate reliance on imports. Additionally, the Department of Energy is investing $2.7 billion to enhance domestic enrichment capabilities. Japan's recent transfer of 1.7 metric tons of HALEU to the U.S. represents the largest single international shipment of uranium in history, further supporting the U.S. nuclear energy sector. These initiatives are part of a broader strategy to bolster America's nuclear energy independence and security.