⚛️NRC Proposes Agreement for Connecticut's Regulatory Authority Transfer
State of Connecticut: NRC Staff Assessment of a Proposed Agreement Between the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the State of Connecticut
Summary
As required by section 274e. of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended (AEA), the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC or Commission) is publishing the proposed Agreement for public comment (Appendix A). The NRC is also publishing the summary of a draft assessment by the NRC staff of the State of Connecticut's regulatory program. Comments are requested on the proposed Agreement and its effect on public health and safety. Comments are also requested on the draft staff assessment, the adequacy of the State of Connecticut's program, and the adequacy of the staffing of the State's program, as discussed in this document.
Agencies
- Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The text involves a proposed agreement for the State of Connecticut to assume regulatory authority over certain radioactive materials from the NRC, affecting businesses in the nuclear and energy sectors due to compliance requirements and regulatory transitions.