Tag: advance_act
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NRC to Host Virtual Public Meetings on Nuclear Regulatory Modernization
The NRC will host virtual public meetings next week to discuss three proposed rules. These sessions aim to modernize nuclear regulations, aligning with the ADVANCE Act of 2024 and Executive Order 14300, covering security, waste, and licensing.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsEnergyLegalEnvironment Nuclear RegulationPublic MeetingsU.S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionADVANCE ActExecutive Order 14300Radioactive Waste DisposalNuclear SecurityU.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)
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NRC Proposes Sweeping Rule Changes to Accelerate Advanced Nuclear Fuel Development
The NRC proposes sweeping rule changes to streamline licensing for advanced nuclear fuel infrastructure and next-generation reactor deployment. This aims to reduce regulatory barriers, modernize processes, and support American leadership in nuclear energy.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentEnergyLegal Nuclear Regulatory CommissionNuclear energyAdvanced reactorsFuel cycleLicensingExecutive Order 14300ADVANCE ActU.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)
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NRC Reforms Reactor Licensing Hearings, Prioritizing Early Public Input
The NRC is modernizing reactor licensing hearings, moving mandatory public input to the early stages of the review process. This change, implementing Executive Order 14300 and the ADVANCE Act, aims to enhance public engagement and streamline the licensing of new…
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentEnergyLegalGeneral Politics Nuclear Regulatory CommissionReactor LicensingPublic HearingsExecutive Order 14300ADVANCE ActNuclear PowerRegulatory ReformU.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)
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NRC Chairman Nieh to Address Key Energy Summits
NRC Chairman Ho K. Nieh will speak at two major energy summits in Washington, DC, on June 10. He will discuss nuclear regulation, public safety, and the agency's efforts to streamline operations and enhance nuclear power deployment.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentEnergyGeneral PoliticsEconomy Ho K. NiehNuclear Regulatory CommissionEnergy SummitsWashington, DCNuclear PowerADVANCE ActRegulationU.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)
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NRC to Host Workshop on Advanced Reactor Materials
NRC staff will host a hybrid workshop on June 15 to discuss advanced reactor materials, design codes, and licensing. The event in Rockville, Md., and online, supports the agency's role in regulating nuclear technology and implementing reforms.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentEnergyLegal U.S. Nuclear Regulatory CommissionAdvanced Reactor TechnologyNuclear MaterialsWorkshopRockville, Md.ADVANCE ActNuclear EnergyU.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)