Federal Register #NRC-2026-0166

NRC Final Rule: Conditional Sunset Date for Aircraft Impact Assessment Regulations

This notice announces a final rule issued by the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regarding its aircraft impact assessment regulations: - The NRC is amending its regulations to add a conditional sunset date for aircraft impact assessment requirements, as directed by Executive Order 14270 - The rule is intended to streamline NRC regulations and reduce unnecessary regulatory burdens - The sunset date is conditional, with the possibility of extension for up to five years after public input and NRC determination of costs and benefits - The rulemaking process included consideration of significant public comments, with NRC responses provided in the final rule - No products, services, OEMs, or vendors are requested or mentioned; this is a regulatory action only - The rule specifically affects NRC regulations at 10 CFR 50.150 - No procurement or acquisition activity is associated with this notice

Description

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is issuing a final rule to amend its regulations by inserting a conditional sunset date for the requirements related to aircraft impact assessment. This action responds to Executive Order 14270 aimed at zero-based regulatory budgeting to streamline regulations and reduce burdens. The rule addresses public comments received on a previous attempt to sunset these regulations and clarifies the NRC's position on maintaining safety standards. The sunset provision sets the rule to cease effect on April 8, 2027, unless extended after public input on costs and benefits.

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