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Circulars

Transmittals of time-sensitive information related to public health and safety
Note: Discontinued in February 1985

1980s: | 1981 | 1980 |

1970s: | 1979 | 1978 | 1977 | 1976 |

Circulars transmit information to licensees or permit holders when (1) the information is of safety, safeguards, or environmental interest, (2) the NRC wishes to disseminate the information within 30 days, and (3) no reply is necessary in order for NRC to assess the significance of the matter.

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