Indiana Seeks to Regulate Its Own Nuclear Safety
Published Date: 6/5/2026
Notice
Summary
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and the State of Indiana are working on a new agreement that lets Indiana take charge of some nuclear safety rules. This change affects Indiana residents and nuclear facilities by shifting oversight from the NRC to the state, aiming to keep everyone safe without extra costs. The public can share their thoughts by June 15, 2026, before the deal moves forward.
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 3 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Indiana to Regulate Most Radioactive Materials
The NRC would discontinue its authority over certain radioactive materials in Indiana and transfer regulatory authority to the State of Indiana for byproduct materials (Sections 11e.(1), 11e.(3), 11e.(4)), source material (Section 11z.), and special nuclear material in quantities not sufficient to form a critical mass. The NRC says it would discontinue authority over 213 licenses and those active NRC licenses would be recognized as State of Indiana licenses after the Agreement's effective date.
Indiana Program Found Adequate; Staffing Noted
NRC staff found the Indiana Department of Homeland Security's Radioactive Materials Control Program (RMCP) adequate and compatible with NRC requirements. The State will employ the equivalent of four full‑time equivalent professional and technical staff to support the Radioactive Materials Program, and Indiana has adopted by reference NRC regulations in 10 CFR parts 19, 20, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 39, 40, 61, 70, 71, and 150.
Federal NRC Keeps Key Authorities
The Agreement expressly preserves NRC authority over specific areas even after the transfer. The NRC will retain regulation of the construction, operation, and decommissioning of any production or utilization facility or uranium enrichment facility; regulation of byproduct material under Section 11e.(2); export/import of byproduct, source, or special nuclear material; ocean disposal; certain disposals the Commission determines; evaluation/registration of sealed sources or devices; activities not exempt under 10 CFR part 150; and land disposal of material received from other persons.
Commission Can Suspend or Terminate Agreement
The Agreement allows the NRC to suspend or terminate all or part of the Agreement if the Commission finds it is required to protect public health and safety or the State does not meet Section 274 requirements. Under Section 274j., the NRC may temporarily suspend the Agreement without notice if an emergency exists that requires immediate action to protect health and safety.
Your PRIA Score
Personalized for You
How does this regulation affect your finances?
Sign up for a PRIA Policy Scan to see your personalized alignment score for this federal register document and every other regulation we track. We analyze your financial profile against policy provisions to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.
Key Dates
Department and Agencies
Related Federal Register Documents
2026-08015 — Generic Environmental Impact Statement for Licensing of New Nuclear Reactors
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission just updated the rules for checking the environmental impact of new nuclear reactors. This makes it easier and faster to review many reactors by using a common set of environmental factors, while still looking closely at unique site details. The new rules kick in on May 26, 2026, helping companies save time and money when applying to build new reactors.
2026-06048 — Risk-Informed, Technology-Inclusive Regulatory Framework for Advanced Reactors
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is updating its rules to make it easier and faster to approve new types of nuclear reactors, not just the old light-water ones. This change helps companies building advanced reactors by using smarter, risk-based rules that fit new technology. The new rules start on April 29, 2026, and could save time and money for the nuclear industry and the public.
2026-04823 — Fee Schedules; Fee Recovery for Fiscal Year 2026
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is updating its fees for licenses, inspections, and special projects for fiscal year 2026. These changes aim to cover nearly all NRC costs and set fixed fee limits to boost efficiency and fairness. If you’re involved with the NRC, get ready for new fees by September 30, 2026, and don’t miss the April 13 deadline to share your thoughts!
2025-14147 — Fee Schedules; Fee Recovery for Fiscal Year 2025
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission fixed a typo in their fee schedule for 2025. This update affects companies and government agencies that pay licensing and inspection fees, making sure the right amounts are charged. The corrected fees kick in soon, so everyone can plan their budgets without surprises!
2025-11544 — Fee Schedules; Fee Recovery for Fiscal Year 2025
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission is updating its fees for licenses, inspections, and special projects starting in fiscal year 2025. These changes make sure the NRC recovers nearly all its costs, while giving a break with lower hourly rates for advanced nuclear reactor applicants. If you’re involved with nuclear licensing or inspections, get ready for new fees and some savings on cutting-edge tech!
2025-02779 — Fee Schedules; Fee Recovery for Fiscal Year 2025
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission is updating its fees for licenses, inspections, and special projects starting in fiscal year 2025. These changes make sure the NRC covers almost all its costs, while giving a discount to advanced nuclear reactor applicants. If you’re involved with nuclear licensing or inspections, get ready for new fees and some savings on cutting-edge tech!
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2026-11289 — Multifunctional Acrylate and Methacrylate Monomers and Oligomers From South Korea; Supplemental Schedule for the Final Phase of the Investigation
The U.S. International Trade Commission is wrapping up its investigation into special chemical imports called multifunctional acrylate and methacrylate monomers and oligomers from South Korea. This update adjusts the timeline for the final phase due to earlier delays, affecting importers and businesses involved in these chemicals. Expect new deadlines and possible financial impacts as the investigation concludes by mid-2026.
Next: 2026-11291 — Request for Comments on the Scope and Operation of a Mechanism To Promote Reciprocal Managed Trade With China
The U.S. Trade Representative is asking for your thoughts on how to make trade with China fairer and more balanced, especially for everyday products that aren’t sensitive or risky. They want to create a special U.S.-China Board of Trade to keep things running smoothly and make sure both sides play nice with tariffs. If you want to share your ideas, send them in by July 10, 2026, so they can help shape future trade deals that could impact prices and jobs.