Energy & environment · 10/01/2011Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Extends Comment Period for Proposed Rule on Physical Protection of Irradiated Reactor Fuel
Summary
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has extended the public comment period for a proposed rule aimed at enhancing the security of irradiated reactor fuel shipments, following a petition from the State of Nevada to strengthen regulations against malevolent acts.