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Proposed Rule

Modernizing NRC Regulations for Byproduct Material Use

Agency
NRC
Document Number
2026-09877
Published
May 18, 2026
Effective Date
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Abstract

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 2026-09877 Federal Register document?
Document 2026-09877 is a Proposed Rule published by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission in the Federal Register on May 18, 2026. 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. View the original at https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/05/18/2026-09877/modernizing-nrc-regulations-for-byproduct-material-use.
Is document 2026-09877 an economically significant rule?
No. Document 2026-09877 is not classified as economically significant under Executive Order 12866. Economically significant rules require OIRA review and are estimated to have impacts of $100 million or more per year.

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