NRC and States Renew Their Nuclear Gossip Agreement Smoothly

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!

2026-06389 — Southern Nuclear Operating Company, Inc.; Edwin I. Hatch Nuclear Plant, Units 1 and 2; Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact

Southern Nuclear Operating Company wants to keep the Edwin I. Hatch Nuclear Plant running for 20 more years. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission checked and found that extending the plant’s license won’t harm the environment. This means folks in Georgia near the plant can expect safe, continued energy without extra costs or delays.

Previous: 2025-18658 — Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request

The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) wants to keep collecting info using their Child HCAHPS Survey without making any changes. This survey helps hospitals understand how kids and their families feel about healthcare. If approved, the survey will continue as is, with no new costs or deadlines for those involved.

Next: 2025-18660 — Implementing Certain Tariff-Related Elements of the U.S.-EU Framework on an Agreement on Reciprocal, Fair, and Balanced Trade

The U.S. and the European Union have teamed up to make trade fairer by changing tariffs on things like cars, aircraft, and medicines starting soon. These changes affect businesses and consumers on both sides, aiming to balance trade and boost cooperation. Expect smoother imports and exports with updated rules kicking in after September 2025, helping the economy and keeping things fair.