Modernizing Requirements Relating to Physical Protection of Category 1 and Category 2 Quantities of Radioactive Material
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The proposed rule aims to revise regulations governing the physical protection and security of category 1 and category 2 quantities of radioactive material used in various applications. It seeks to reduce regulatory burdens by eliminating outdated requirements, such as the need for licensees to submit certifications regarding the trustworthiness and reliability of reviewing officials and the necessity of conducting periodic reinvestigations. The rule also proposes extending the intervals for security training and coordination with law enforcement agencies to streamline compliance while ensuring safety.
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Key Changes
- Removal of trustworthiness certification submission requirement for licensees.
- Elimination of the 10-year reinvestigation requirement for individuals with unescorted access.
- Extension of refresher security training frequency from yearly to every three years.
Obligations
What this law requires
Submit comments on the proposed rule revisions to 10 CFR Part 37 by May 11, 2026, via https://www.regulations.gov using Docket ID NRC-2025-1238
Licensees holding category 1 and category 2 quantities of radioactive material must comply with revised physical protection and security requirements under 10 CFR Part 37 once the rule is finalized
Eliminate submission of certifications regarding the trustworthiness and reliability of reviewing officials (outdated requirement being removed)
Discontinue conducting periodic reinvestigations of personnel (outdated requirement being removed)
Comply with extended intervals for security training and coordination with law enforcement agencies as specified in the finalized rule