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The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission is in the process of rescinding or revising guidance and policies posted on this webpage in accordance with Executive Order 14151 Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI Programs and Preferencing, and Executive Order 14168 Defending Women From Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government. In the interim, any previously issued diversity, equity, inclusion, or gender-related guidance on this webpage should be considered rescinded that is inconsistent with these Executive Orders.

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Decommissioning Regulations, Guidance, and Communications

  • Regulations. The NRC's decommssioning regulations are found in Chapter I of Title 10, "Energy," of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). Part 20, Subpart E provides the main requirements for license termination.

  • Guidance. The NRC issues regulatory guides, technical reports in the NUREG-series, and other documents to aid licensees in implementing regulations.

  • Communications. NRC correspondence related to decommissioning establishes the relationships, roles, and responsibilities of the Federal and State government entities involved in decommissioning reactor and materials sites.

See also, information on all NRC Rules and Petitions.

The NRC welcomes Public Involvement in Rulemaking, and invites the public to comment on proposed rules and policies, licensing actions, and draft technical documents. We announce public comment opportunities in the Federal Register and on our Documents for Comment page.

Page Last Reviewed/Updated Monday, March 14, 2022