The NRC plans to publish proposed changes to streamline byproduct material rules (RIN 3150-AL49) in mid-April 2026, including simplifications for sealed sources and gauges. Discover impacts on licensing, decommissioning financial assurance, and compliance for industrial users — plus practical preparation tips.
The NRC plans to publish its proposed rule reforming the radiation protection framework (Docket NRC-2025-1140) around April 30, 2026. Discover potential shifts from the LNT model and ALARA principle, impacts on medical use, industrial gauges, and advanced reactors, plus a preparation checklist for licensees.
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