Tag: regulatory_framework

NRC Proposes Major Update to Radioactive Waste Disposal Rules

25 Jun 2026 4:05 p.m. · Source: U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)

The NRC has proposed a new rule to establish a clear regulatory pathway for disposing of Greater-Than-Class-C radioactive waste. This aims to resolve a decades-old challenge, modernizing disposal options and enhancing safety for the public and environment.

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NRC to Host Public Meeting on New Nuclear Plant Regulatory Framework

11 May 2026 2:41 p.m. · Source: U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission will host a hybrid public meeting on May 18 to introduce its new Part 53 rule, "Risk-Informed, Technology-Inclusive Regulatory Framework for Commercial Nuclear Plants," which became effective April 29.

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