Considers proposed demonstration nuclear power plants to be built as cooperative ventures between the AEC and private companies.

Considers proposed demonstration nuclear power plants to be built as cooperative ventures between the AEC and private companies.

Uses concepts from social theory to explore the history and future of nuclear power in the U.S. and to explore the nature of technological change in the U.S. economy.

pt.1: Considers S. 2880 and companion H.R. 14905, to authorize appropriations for AEC. Focuses on general budget and reactor development program; pt.2: Continuation of hearings on AEC FY69 authorization. Appendix includes reports. a. "National Accelerator Laboratory, Design Report 1968, Universities Research Associates, " prepared by AEC 1968 (p. 1223-1456). b. "Report of Ad Hoc Panel on Low-Beta Toroidal Plasma Research, " Sept. 1967 (p. 1459-1583). c. "Bronco Oil Shale Study, " prepared by AEC, Interior Dept, CER Geonuclear Corp., and Lawrence Radiation Laboratory, Oct. 13, 1967 (p. 1743-1813).