NRC Policy Statement on Mandatory Hearings for Reactor Licensing
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The NRC sets out a new process for mandatory hearings in future reactor license and permit applications. The policy explains how the agency plans to run these hearings and why it is changing the process. The notice mainly affects nuclear reactor developers, utilities, investors, legal and compliance teams, and other stakeholders involved in NRC licensing. Companies pursuing reactor projects should review the new hearing approach before filing or managing license and permit applications.
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Key Changes
- Sets a new NRC process for mandatory hearings on reactor license and permit applications
- Explains the rationale for changing how future mandatory hearings will be conducted
- Makes the policy statement effective on June 8, 2026
Affected Parties
Nuclear reactor developersUtilities and energy companies+2 more…
Tags
nuclear energy,reactor licensing,NRC…