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Due to a lapse in appropriations, the NRC has ceased normal operations. However, excepted and exempted activities necessary to maintain critical health and safety functions—as well as essential progress on designated critical activities, including those specified in Executive Order 14300—will continue, consistent with the OMB-Approved NRC Lapse Plan.

Health Physics Questions and Answers - Question 25

Question 25: Does the definition of a "member of the public" mean "all" individuals? If so why is the exception statement added to the definition?

Answer: No. A particular individual can be a "member of the public" at some times and not at others. For example, an individual who works at a nuclear power plant and receives an "occupational dose" is not a member of the public while at work, but is a "member of the public" during off-hours at home.

(Reference: 10 CFR 20.1003)

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