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Modernizing NRC Regulations for Byproduct Material Use
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission published this proposed rule in the Federal Register on May 18, 2026. Comments closed on July 2, 2026.
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What the agency says
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is proposing to amend its regulations for the licensing of byproduct material, some source material, and some special nuclear material. The NRC's goal in amending these regulations is to modernize the safe, effective, and efficient use of licensed material. This action would reduce the burden of the NRC's licensing process, eliminate the need for certain exemptions from existing regulations, and eliminate unnecessary requirements. The NRC is seeking public comment on this proposed rule and draft interim guidance.
Key facts
- Document number
- 2026-09877
- Type
- Proposed rule
- Action
- Proposed rule
- Agency
- Nuclear Regulatory Commission
- Published
- May 18, 2026
- Comments due
- July 2, 2026
- Dates
- Comments must be submitted electronically using https:// www.regulations.gov by 11:59 p.m. eastern time on July 2, 2026.
- Docket
- NRC-2025-1205
- Regulation ID (RIN)
- 3150-AL49
- Code of Federal Regulations
- 10 CFR 30; 10 CFR 31; 10 CFR 32; 10 CFR 34; 10 CFR 39; 10 CFR 40; 10 CFR 70; 10 CFR 150
- Topics
- Classified information; Emergency medical services; Exports; Government contracts; Hazardous materials transportation; Hazardous waste; Intergovernmental relations; Labeling; Manpower training programs; Nuclear energy; Nuclear materials; Occupational safety and health; Packaging and containers; Penalties; Radiation protection; Reporting and recordkeeping requirements; Scientific equipment; Security measures; Uranium; Whistleblowing; X-rays
- Pages
- 39
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