Connecticut Grabs Nuclear Reins from Feds: State Goes Atomic
Published Date: 9/29/2025
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Summary
Starting September 25, 2025, Connecticut will take over certain nuclear material safety rules from the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. This change affects how the state handles specific radioactive materials, making Connecticut the boss instead of the federal agency. No big money changes are expected, but the state will now keep a closer eye on these materials.
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Connecticut assumes nuclear material oversight
On September 25, 2025, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission stopped regulating certain radioactive materials in Connecticut and the State of Connecticut took over. The Agreement transfers authority over 11e.(1), 11e.(3), and 11e.(4) byproduct materials, source materials, and special nuclear materials in quantities not sufficient to form a critical mass.
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