1. Short title This Act may be cited as the Low-Dose Radiation Research Act of 2017 . 2. Low-dose radiation research program (a) In general Subtitle G of title IX of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 ( 42 U.S.C. 16311 et seq.) is amended by inserting after section 977 the following new section: 977A. Low-dose radiation research program (a) In general The Secretary shall carry out a basic research program on low-dose radiation to— (1) enhance the scientific understanding of, and reduce uncertainties associated with, the effects of exposure to low-dose radiation; and (2) inform improved risk-assessment and risk-management methods with respect to such radiation. (b) Program components In carrying out the program required under subsection (a), the Secretary shall— (1) formulate scientific goals for low-dose radiation basic research in the United States; (2) identify ongoing scientific challenges for understanding the long-term effects of ionizing radiation on biological systems; (3) develop a long-term strategic and prioritized basic research agenda to address such scientific challenges in coordination with other research efforts; (4) leverage the collective body of knowledge from existing low-dose radiation research; and (5) engage with other Federal agencies, research communities, and potential users of information produced under this section, including institutions concerning radiation research, medical physics, radiology, health physics, and emergency response. (c) Coordination In carrying out the program, the Secretary, in coordination with the Physical Science Subcommittee of the National Science and Technology Council, shall— (1) support the directives under section 106 of the American Innovation and Competitiveness Act ( 42 U.S.C. 6601 note)