🔒Proposed Law Enforcement Response Rules for Power Reactors
Law Enforcement Response in Power Reactor Physical Protection Programs
Summary
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is issuing a notice of proposed interpretation of regulatory requirements to clarify that a power reactor applicant or licensee may, when designing or updating its physical protection program, incorporate law enforcement response into its site physical protection program through the implementation of a site-specific Security Bounding Time. This proposed interpretation would provide flexibility to applicants and licensees by allowing them to consider the assistance of law enforcement responders as part of the physical protection program. The NRC is requesting comment on the proposed interpretation and will hold a public meeting during the public comment period to address questions regarding the proposed interpretation and to facilitate public comments.
Agencies
- Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Business Impact
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The proposed interpretation allows power reactor licensees to incorporate law enforcement response into their physical protection programs, impacting financial and operational strategies by requiring updates to security plans and potential restructuring of relationships with local law enforcement. Compliance with evolving security regulations is essential for maintaining licensing and operational permissions.