Tennessee Valley Authority Issues Director's Decision for Watts Bar Nuclear Plant Unit 1

Summary

The Tennessee Valley Authority has issued a Director's Decision regarding the Watts Bar Nuclear Plant Unit 1, following the requirements outlined in 10 CFR 2.206. This decision is related to the authority's regulatory process.

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