NRC Revives 'Department of War' for Faster Nuclear Reactor Approvals
Published Date: 4/2/2026
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Summary
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) wants to make it easier and faster to approve new nuclear reactors by using past approvals from the Department of Energy or Department of War. This change helps companies building reactors save time and money while keeping safety top priority. If you have thoughts, you can share them by May 4, 2026!
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