(a) Strategic plan for the Institute neutron reactor The Director shall develop a strategic plan for the future of the NIST Center for Neutron Research after the current neutron reactor is decommissioned, including— (1) a succession plan for the reactor, including a roadmap with timeline and milestones; (2) conceptual design of a new reactor and accompanying facilities, as appropriate; and (3) a plan to minimize disruptions to the user community during the transition. (b) Coordination with the Department of Energy The Secretary , acting through the Director, shall coordinate with the Secretary of Energy on issues related to Federal support for neutron science, including estimation of long-term needs for research using neutron sources, and planning efforts for future facilities to meet such needs. (c) Report to Congress Not later than 30 months after August 9, 2022 , the Director shall submit to Congress the plan required under subsection (a), and shall notify Congress of any substantial updates to such plan in subsequent years. ( Pub. L. 117–167, div. B, title II, § 10231 , Aug. 9, 2022 , 136 Stat. 1483 .)