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The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has issued a correction to a proposed rule regarding the physical protection programs for power reactors. In the Federal Register document, a correction was made to the reference of certain sections, changing “§ 3.55(b)(1) through (3)” to “§ 73.55(b)(1) through (3)”. This change ensures the correct legal references are used in the proposed rule. The correction is documented under the citation 90 FR 8684.

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is asking for public comments on a draft regulatory issue summary (RIS). This summary clarifies the requirements for moving radioactive material within a temporary jobsite. According to NRC rules, certain parts of the regulations about packaging and transporting radioactive material do not apply when the materials are moved within a temporary jobsite as defined by the service provider's license. The public is encouraged to submit comments by May 5, 2025, and electronic submissions are preferred.

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is proposing an agreement with the State of Connecticut that would give the state authority over certain types of nuclear materials. This plan would transfer regulatory control of 104 licenses from the NRC to Connecticut, allowing the state to manage the use and safety of specific radioactive materials. Public comments on this agreement and its impact on health and safety are being solicited until April 18, 2025. The agreement is expected to take effect on September 30, 2025, if approved.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has amended its spent fuel storage regulations, updating the NAC Multi-Purpose Canister (NAC-MPC) System to include a new Amendment No. 9 and revisions to Amendments 6, 7, and 8 for Certificate of Compliance No. 1025. This change clarifies the design and technical specifications of the NAC-MPC System, particularly regarding distinctions between the vertical concrete cask body and lid. The changes do not significantly alter the cask's design, ensuring it remains safe in the event of accidents, and public health and safety continue to be protected. This rule will be effective on May 13, 2025, unless significant objections are raised.

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is withdrawing an information collection titled "Voluntary Reporting of Planned New Reactor Applications" that was mistakenly issued on December 29, 2020, in the Federal Register. This document is being withdrawn because it is a duplicate of a previously published notice from December 1, 2020. The withdrawal takes effect on January 7, 2021. For any inquiries, individuals can contact David C. Cullison at the NRC for further information.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is requesting public comments on a draft environmental assessment and a draft finding of no significant impact related to resuming power operations at the Palisades Nuclear Plant in Michigan. This includes considering requests for exemption, license transfer, and amendments. The U.S. Department of Energy, as a cooperating agency, is also evaluating federal financial support for refueling the plant. The NRC's preliminary assessment indicates that the actions would not significantly impact the environment, and comments are accepted until March 3, 2025.

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued Revision 2 of Regulatory Guide (RG) 1.177, which provides guidance for making risk-informed decisions about changes to technical specifications at nuclear power plants. This update includes integrating recent engineering and risk assessment insights, revising terminology related to probabilistic risk analysis (PRA), and aligning defense-in-depth strategies with updated practices. Although these guides inform applicants on best practices, they do not impose new requirements that alter existing regulatory expectations. The guide is available to the public, reflecting the NRC's effort to share methods that are acceptable for implementing parts of its regulations.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is releasing a document called NUREG-2103, titled “Knowledge and Abilities Catalog for Nuclear Power Plant Operators: Westinghouse AP1000 Pressurized Water Reactors.” This publication provides guidelines for developing exams to license operators at Westinghouse AP1000 reactors, following federal regulations about operator licenses. The NRC made it public for comments in 2011, collected feedback, and adjusted the content based on additional procedures developed later. This document is not considered a major rule, according to the Congressional Review Act.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is requesting public feedback on renewing the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) approval for collecting information titled "Public Records." This collection involves NRC Forms 507 and 509 used in its Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) process. The NRC is updating these forms to notify requesters about processing fees and other aspects related to FOIA requests. Comments should be submitted by March 9, 2021, and can be sent electronically or by mail to the addresses provided.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) will hold a meeting of the Advisory Committee on the Medical Uses of Isotopes (ACMUI) on April 7-8, 2025. The agenda includes reviewing recent medical events, evaluating Y-90 microsphere incidents, and discussing safety recommendations for new medical technologies. The meeting is open to the public both in-person and via a webinar on Microsoft Teams, with public participation encouraged. Persons interested in attending or providing input should contact Ms. A. Marra before the meeting date.