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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 84

Question 84: Can a female worker legally declare pregnancy if she does not yet have documented medical proof?

Answer: Yes. The revised Part 20 does not require awoman to have "documented medical proof" of pregnancy before declaring pregnancy.

(References: 10 CFR 20.1003, 10 CFR 20.1208).

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