NRCFinal Rule
State of Connecticut: Discontinuance of Certain Commission Regulatory Authority Within the State; Notice of Agreement Between the NRC and the State of Connecticut
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Summary
The federal Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is transferring certain regulatory oversight responsibilities to the State of Connecticut, meaning Connecticut will now have more direct authority over nuclear safety matters within its borders instead of the NRC. This agreement affects how nuclear facilities in Connecticut are monitored and regulated going forward.
Key Points
- 1Connecticut gains expanded regulatory authority over certain nuclear commission matters that were previously controlled by the federal NRC
- 2The NRC and Connecticut have reached an official agreement to make this transfer of regulatory power
- 3This change affects how nuclear safety and operations are overseen at facilities within Connecticut
- 4The state will now take on responsibilities that the NRC is discontinuing at the state level
- 5This is a formal notice documenting the agreement between the federal government and Connecticut
Key Dates
Published
September 29, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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