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EPA Seeks Public Comment on Renewal of NESHAP for Radionuclides Information Collection

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public comment on the renewal of its information collection requirements for the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Radionuclides. - Government Buyer: - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - Scope of Request: - Renewal of information collection, not a procurement of products or services - Applies to facilities such as underground uranium mines, elemental phosphorous plants, phosphogypsum stacks, and uranium mill tailings impoundments - Requirements for Facilities: - Inspect impoundments and measure radionuclide emissions - Perform analyses or calculations according to EPA procedures - Report results to EPA as required - Comply with 40 CFR part 61 regulations - Respondent Details: - Estimated 52 facilities affected - Reporting frequency varies: monthly, annual, or one-time depending on facility type - No OEMs or vendors are involved, as this is an information collection activity, not a procurement - Notable Requirements: - Mandatory compliance with EPA emission measurement and reporting standards - Facilities must document operational practices and emission data

Description

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted an information collection request (ICR) for the NESHAP for Radionuclides to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. This is a proposed extension of the ICR, currently approved through June 30, 2026, and includes requirements for facilities to inspect impoundments, measure radionuclide emissions, perform analyses, and report results to the EPA. The ICR covers several source categories including underground uranium mines, elemental phosphorous plants, phosphogypsum stacks, and uranium mill tailings impoundments. Public comments are accepted until July 22, 2026.

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