§2297f Gaseous Diffusion Facilities

Summary

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission must, within 2 years after October 24, 1992, write rules to control the Department’s gaseous diffusion uranium enrichment plants so the public is protected from radiation and national defense and security are preserved. The rules must require adequate safeguards (as defined elsewhere). Before issuing a certificate of compliance, the Commission, working with the Department and the EPA, must report to Congress on health, safety, and environmental conditions and say whether the plants meet the new rules and other laws. The Commission will set up a certification process. The Corporation that leases the plants must apply for a certificate at least every 5 years. The certificate replaces any license for leased facilities. The Commission and the EPA may inspect operations and must be given prompt access to facilities, staff, and records. The plants cannot be run by the Corporation unless the Commission, with the EPA, finds compliance or approves a Department plan to reach compliance.