Federal Register #NRC-2025-0379

NRC Proposed Rule: Licensing Requirements for Microreactors and Similar Reactors

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is seeking public comment on a proposed rule to establish licensing requirements for microreactors and reactors with similar risk profiles. - Government Buyer: - Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors are named in this notice - Products/Services Requested: - No products, part numbers, or purchase quantities are specified - The notice is for a regulatory rulemaking, not a procurement of goods or services - Notable Requirements: - The proposed rule covers regulatory requirements for microreactors and similar reactors, including: - Scope and definitions - Application procedures - Construction permits and operating licenses - Manufacturing licenses and design approvals - Reporting, physical security, and material control - Operator licensing and administrative requirements - The rule is intended to regulate new reactor technologies and ensure safety standards - The notice is open for public comment and does not include procurement-specific requirements

Description

This proposed rule by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission outlines licensing requirements for microreactors and other reactors with comparable risk profiles. It is part of the NRC's efforts to regulate new reactor technologies and ensure safety standards are met. The document is available for public comment, with a comment period ending on May 15, 2026.

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