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COVID-19 Activities: Operating Reactors | Nuclear Materials | Security and EP

Our Goal

Protecting Public Health and Safety
During a National Emergency

In this unprecedented time for our country, the NRC remains committed to our mission and our Principles of Good Regulation–Independence, Openness, Efficiency, Clarity and Reliability. This site is the gateway to the Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation's regulatory activities related to the COVID–19 pandemic.
 

Current Regulatory Issues

Focusing on Safety While Providing Temporary Flexibility

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10 CFR Part 20 Respiratory
Radiological Protection Requirements
[Online Submissions Now Available]

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10 CFR Part 26
Work Hour Requirements
[Online Submissions Now Available]

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10 CFR Part 50.48
Fire Brigade Requirements

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10 CFR Part 55
Operators' Licenses
[Online Submissions Now Available]

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10 CFR 50.55a
Codes and Standards
[Licensee Portal Under Development]

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10 CFR 50.55a
Owner's Activity Reports

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10 CFR Part 73
Physical Protection

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Guidance for
Resident Inspectors

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Research
and Test Reactors

 
 

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Despite NRC staff working remotely, the NRC continues to hold public meetings via virtual collaboration tools and is committed to openness, transparency, and public engagement as part of our decision making process.

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Key Public Meetings

 

 

 

Page Last Reviewed/Updated Thursday, February 27, 2025