Nuclear Plant License Tweaks Deemed Not Significantly Hazardous
Published Date: 10/27/2026
Notice
Summary
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is sharing updates on changes to nuclear plant licenses that don’t pose big safety risks. These updates affect plant operators and the public by keeping everyone informed about license tweaks made between late September and early October 2026. If you want to comment or ask for a hearing, you’ve got until late November and December, so don’t miss your chance!
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Deadlines to Comment or Request Hearing
You can submit public comments about the listed nuclear license amendments by November 27, 2026. If you want to ask for a hearing or to intervene, you must file a request by December 28, 2026. These deadlines apply to the amendments proposed between September 29, 2026 and October 9, 2026.
Electronic Filing Requirements to Participate
If you file a petition or other adjudicatory document, you must generally submit it electronically using the NRC E-Filing system and follow 10 CFR 2.302. You should contact the Office of the Secretary at least 10 days before the filing deadline to request a digital ID certificate, and electronic filings must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the due date.
Amendments May Become Effective Before Hearings
The NRC may issue a license amendment before the usual 60-day period or before the 30-day comment period ends if it determines the change involves no significant hazards consideration (NSHC) or if delay would cause derating or a shutdown. If the NRC issues an amendment before a final NSHC determination, it will publish a notice of issuance; hearings, if requested, may occur after issuance when the NRC has made a final NSHC determination.
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