Nuclear Plants Get Routine Paperwork Tweaks Again
Published Date: 7/21/2026
Notice
Summary
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is sharing updates on changes to nuclear plant licenses that don’t pose safety risks. These updates affect plant operators and the public, with a chance to comment or request hearings by late August and September 2026. No big costs or dangers are expected, just smooth improvements to keep things running safely.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Public comment and hearing deadlines
You can submit written comments on these license amendments by August 20, 2026. If you want a hearing or to intervene, you must file your request by September 21, 2026 for the amendments listed from June 23, 2026 through July 6, 2026.
Environmental reviews largely waived
For the license amendments listed in this notice (actions between June 23, 2026 and July 6, 2026), the NRC determined that, unless otherwise indicated, they meet the categorical exclusion criteria in 10 CFR 51.22 so no environmental impact statement or environmental assessment will be prepared for those amendments.
E-Filing digital ID required for petitioners
If you want to file a petition or other adjudicatory document, you should contact the Office of the Secretary at least 10 days before the filing deadline to request a digital ID certificate so you can use the NRC E-Filing system. E-Filings are time-stamped and must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date.
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