NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION (NRC)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4393. PROTECTION AGAINST DISCRETE RADIOACTIVE PARTICLES (DRPS) - A UNIFIED SKIN DOSE LIMIT

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 52

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The final rule will amend the Commission's regulations by revising the regulatory infrastructure to prepare for future applicants and involve changes to licensing procedures and will require combined license applicants and holders to crate, maintain, update, and use a PRA for the life of the facility. The final rule subsumes the rulemaking, "Standardized Plant Designs, Early Review of Sites Suitability Issues; Clarifying Amendments" (RIN AE25), that would remove redundant appendices M, N, O, and Q from part 50. These appendices are being removed because they became obsolete when part 52 was created. The part 52 rulemaking plan (SECY-98-282) was approved by the Commission on January 14, 1999.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/00/01
Final Action 04/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Jerry N. Wilson, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-3145
Email: jnw@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG24

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4394. STORAGE OF GREATER THAN CLASS C WASTE

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 20

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The proposed rule would amend the Commission's regulations to establish a unified skin dose limit that would apply to all skin dose situations including "hot particle" exposures. Based on discussions with industry and technical experts who have served on the NCRP/DRP committee, the NRC staff is recommending an approach to establishing a dose limit for dose to the skin from DRP that includes creating a unified skin dose limit. This limit would be applicable to all skin dose geometries and any source. This approach would require an advisory from the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) that would permit the NRC staff to use the NCRP recommended limit of "50 rem averaged over the highest exposed 10 square centimeters" for all exposures to the skin.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Alan K. Rocklein, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-3883
Email: akr@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG25

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4395. PERFORMANCE-BASED, RISK-INFORMED FIRE PROTECTION

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 72

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The final rule will amend the Commission's regulations to include storage of Greater than Class C (GTCC) waste, that is, waste that exceeds the concentration limits of radionuclides established for Class C waste in 10 CFR 61.55(a)(2)(iv). It is anticipated that the decommissioning activities at nuclear power plants will generate relatively small volumes of GTCC waste. However, because there are currently no disposal options for GTCC waste, utilities must store these wastes under their part 50 licenses pending development of a disposal facility. The Department of Energy has the responsibility for developing a national strategy for disposal of GTCC waste. Based on current plans, this disposal capability will not likely be available for many years. This rulemaking will allow independent spent fuel storage installations to store GTCC waste similar to storage of spent fuel and facilitate the likely eventual transfer to a permanent geologic repository. This rulemaking will also respond to a petition for rulemaking submitted by the Portland General Electric Company (PRM-72-2).

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/16/00 65 FR 37712

NPRM Comment Period End 08/30/00
Final Rule 09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Small Entities Affected:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Mark Haisfield, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-6196
Email: mfh@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG33

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 50

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The proposed rule would address the Commission's direction provided in the staff requirements memorandum dated April 1, 1999, to develop a performance-based, risk-informed alternative to the NRC's existing reactor fire protection requirements through the adoption of an industry consensus standard; NFPA 805, "Performance-Based Standard for Fire Protection for Light Water Reactor Electric Generating Plants."

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/01
Final Action 11/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Edward A. Connell, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-2838
Email: eac@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG48

4396. CHANGES TO ADJUDICATORY PROCESS

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 2

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The proposed rule would amend the Commission's regulations concerning its rules of practice to make the agency's hearing process more efficient and effective. The proposed amendments would fashion hearing procedures that are tailored to the different types of licensing and regulatory activities the NRC conducts and would better focus and use the limited resources available to involved parties.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/16/01 66 FR 19610

NPRM Comment Period End 07/16/01
Final Action To Be Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Geary S. Mizuno, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of the General Counsel, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-1639
Email: gsm@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG49

4397. DECOMMISSIONING TRUST PROVISIONS

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4398. RELEASE OF PART OF A REACTOR FACILITY OR SITE FOR UNRESTRICTED USE BEFORE RECEIVING APPROVAL OF THE LICENSE TERMINATION PLAN

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 50

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The proposed rule would amend the Commission's regulations to ensure that decommissioning trust agreements are in a form acceptable to the NRC to increase assurance that decommissioning funds will be available for their intended purpose, especially in light of economic deregulation and restructuring of the electric utility industry. Based on past experience with the NRC approval of the transfer of the operating licenses of the Three Mile Island Unit 1 and Pilgrim Nuclear Power Stations, the staff believes that this rulemaking would expedite similar transfers in the future. The staff also intends to develop guidance, by revising Regulatory Guide 1.159, "Assuring the Availability of Funds for Decommissioning Nuclear Reactors," that will specify more fully the provisions of the decommissioning trust agreements.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/01
Final Rule 05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Brian J. Richter, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-1978
Email: bjr@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG52

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 2; 10 CFR 20; 10 CFR 50

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The proposed rule would amend the Commission's regulations by adding a new section that would identify the criteria and regulatory framework that a licensee would use to request NRC approval for a partial site release. The rulemaking would provide additional assurance that residual radioactivity would meet the radiological criteria for license termination, even if parts of the site were released before a licensee submits its license termination plans. The rulemaking would clarify that the radiological criteria for unrestricted use apply to a partial site release. The rulemaking would not provide for a partial site release under restricted conditions. Also, the rulemaking would provide for a Subpart 2 hearing if a license amendment involving a partial site release is challenged.
The rulemaking would fill a gap identified during the NRC's consideration of a technical specification amendment request for the Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station to remove a restriction on the sale or lease of property within the exclusion area. During the Oyster Creek review, the NRC staff concluded that it is possible for a reactor licensee to sell land that would reduce the size of its site before the license termination criteria would specifically apply to the release of the property. If the sale does not involve the transfer of licensed material, it would not require NRC approval under current regulations. Currently, the NRC must consider changes to the site boundary of a reactor site on a case-by-case basis to ensure adequate protection of the public and the environment. Because several reactor licensees have expressed interest in selling parts of the sites before they receive approval of their license termination plans, the NRC staff believes the issues should be resolved generically by rulemaking.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

W. Mike Ripley, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-1112
Email: wmr@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG56

4399. CODES AND STANDARDS

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4400. REDUCTION IN THE SCOPE OF RANDOM FITNESS-FOR-DUTY TESTING REQUIREMENTS FOR NUCLEAR POWER REACTOR LICENSEES

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 50

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The proposed rule would amend the Commission's regulations to incorporate by reference the following: (1) the 1997 Addenda, 1998 Edition, 1999 Addenda, and 2000 Addenda of Division 1 rules of Section III, "Rules for Construction of Nuclear Power Plant Components," of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (ASME B&PV Code); (2) the 1997 Addenda, 1998 Edition, 1999 Addenda, and 2000 Addenda of Division 1 rules of Section XI, "Rules for Inservice Inspection of Nuclear Power Plant Components," of the ASME B&PV Code; and (3) the 1997 Addenda, 1998 Edition, 1999 Addenda, and 2000 Addenda of the ASME Code for Operation and Maintenance of Nuclear Power Plants.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/01
Final Rule 09/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Stephen A. Tingen, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-1280
Email: sgt@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG61

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4401. RE-EVALUATION OF POWER REACTOR PHYSICAL PROTECTION REGULATIONS AND POSITION ON A DEFINITION OF RADIOLOGICAL SABOTAGE

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 26

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The proposed rule would amend the Commission's regulations to require random drug and alcohol testing of only those persons with unescorted access to vital areas, and eliminate random testing of employees who must physically report to the Technical Support Center or Emergency Operations Facility during an emergency. However, personnel with unescorted access to the protected area would continue to be covered by 10 CFR 26.24(a)(1) for pre-access fitness-for-duty testing and by 10 CFR 26.24(a)(3) for "for-cause" fitness-for-duty testing. The proposed amendment is expected to decrease burden by reducing the total numbers of tests conducted and the number of files maintained.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Garmon West Jr., Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-1044
Email: gxw@nrc.gov
Richard P. Rosano, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-3282
Email: rpr@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG62

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4402. TRANSFERS OF SOURCE MATERIAL FROM LICENSEES TO EXEMPT PERSONS

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 73

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The proposed rule would amend the Commission's regulations to require power reactor licensees to conduct drills and exercises to evaluate their protective strategy against a simulated design basis threat (DBT) of radiological sabotage. The proposed rulemaking would also include supporting guidance documents and be more performance based.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/01
Final Rule 11/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Undetermined

Government Levels Affected:

Undetermined

Agency Contact:

Jesse A. Arildsen, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-1026
Email: jaa@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG63

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 40

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The proposed rule would require Commission approval for transfers of unimportant quantities of source material (less than 0.05 percent by weight) to persons exempt from licensing requirements. The objective of this proposed action is to ensure that transfers of materials containing low concentrations of source material are adequate to protect public health and safety.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Clark Prichard, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-6203
Email: cwp@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG64

4403. � MATERIAL CONTROL AND ACCOUNTING

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4404. � COMPATIBILITY WITH IAEA TRANSPORTATION SAFETY STANDARDS

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 51; 10 CFR 61; 10 CFR 70; 10 CFR 72; 10 CFR 73; 10 CFR 74; 10 CFR 75; 10 CFR 76; 10 CFR 150

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The proposed rule would amend the reporting requirements for submitting material balance reports and inventory composition reports to provide more flexibility and to reduce the reporting frequency for most licensees. The proposed amendments would also revise the categorical exclusion for approving safeguards plans, relocate the remaining material control and accounting requirements in parts 70 through 74, make the material control and accounting requirements for Category II facilities more risk-informed, and make other miscellaneous changes.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Merri Horn, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-8126
Email: mlh1@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG69

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4405. � REVISION OF FEE SCHEDULES; FEE RECOVERY, FY 2001

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 71

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The proposed rule would amend the Commission's regulations on packaging and transporting radioactive material to make them compatible with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) standards and to codify other applicable requirements. These changes would be compatible with ST-1, the latest revision of the IAEA transportation standards. This rulemaking would also address the unintended economic impact of NRC's emergency final rule entitled, "Fissile Material Shipments and Exemptions" (February 10, 1997; 62 FR 5907), and a petition for rulemaking submitted by International Energy Consultants, Inc. (PRM-71-12)(February 19, 1998; 63 FR 8362).

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Naiem S. Tanious, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Material Safety and, Safeguards, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-6103
Email: nst@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG71

Priority:

Economically Significant

Legal Authority:

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 170; 10 CFR 171

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The proposed rule would amend the licensing, inspection, and annual fees charged to NRC licensees and applicants for an NRC license. The rulemaking is necessary to recover the NRC's total budget authority for Fiscal Year (FY) 2001, less the amount appropriate for the Nuclear Waste Fund and the General Fund. The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) of 1990, as amended, requires that the NRC accomplish 100 percent recovery through the assessment of fees. However, in order to address fairness and equity concerns related to charging NRC licensees for agency expenses that do not provide a benefit to the licensee, the FY 2001 Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act requires that only 98 percent of the NRC's new budget authority (i.e., NRC's total budget authority, less the amount appropriated for the Nuclear Waste Fund and the General Fund) be collected from fees in FY 2001 — decreasing by 2 percent per year to 90 percent by FY 2005. The dollar amount to be recovered for FY 2001 is approximately $453.3 million. OBRA requires that the fees for FY 2001 must be collected by September 30, 2001.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/28/01 66 FR 16982

NPRM Comment Period End 04/27/01
Final Action 08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes

Small Entities Affected:

Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations

Government Levels Affected:

State, Local

Agency Contact:

Glenda C. Jackson, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of the Chief Financial Officer, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-6057
Email: gcj@nrc.gov
Robert D. Carlson, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of the Chief Financial Officer
Phone: 301 415-8165
Email: rdc@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG73

NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION (NRC)

Final Rule Stage

4406. FITNESS FOR DUTY PROGRAMS

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4407. SUBMISSION OF DOCUMENTS ELECTRONICALLY; MINOR CORRECTIONS

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 26

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The final rule will amend the Commission's regulations to ensure compatibility with the Department of Health and Human Services guidelines, reduce unnecessary regulatory burden in some areas, clarify the Commission's original intent of the rule, and improve overall program effectiveness and efficiency. These revised requirements will reduce the industry-wide annual cost for all licensees to comply with Part 26 by approximately 27 million (or about $293 million over twenty years). The rulemaking will address the Regulatory Review Group items on audit frequency and annual submittal of data. The rulemaking will also address the petition for rulemaking submitted by the Virginia Electric and Power Company (VEPCO) (PRM-26-1).

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/09/96 61 FR 21105

NPRM Comment Period End 08/07/96
Final Action 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

RIN:

3150-AF12

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 2; 10 CFR 61; 10 CFR 62; 10 CFR 70; 10 CFR 71; 10 CFR 72; 10 CFR 73; 10 CFR 32; 10 CFR 34; 10 CFR 40; 10 CFR 50; 10 CFR 51; 10 CFR 52; 10 CFR 55; 10 CFR 60; 10 CFR 4; 10 CFR 9; 10 CFR 21; 10 CFR 20; 10 CFR 15; 10 CFR 19; 10 CFR 25; 10 CFR 30; 10 CFR 26; 10 CFR 31; 10 CFR 74; 10 CFR 75; 10 CFR 76; 10 CFR 81; 10 CFR 95; 10 CFR 110; 10 CFR 140; 10 CFR 150

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The direct final rule will permit voluntary electronic submission of documents and provide procedures for submitting documents electronically. In addition, the Agency-wide Documents Access and Management System (ADAMS) is now operational. Amending the regulations to permit electronic submission will facilitate the electronic capture of externally generated documents into ADAMS. The rulemaking will address and improve the document control and records management issues which are of concern to the NRC, its applicants, licensees, and members of the public by improving the process of communication, dissemination, and storage of records. In addition, the rulemaking will incorporate minor corrections to the current regulations regarding the submission of documents to the NRC, e.g., organizational, name, and phone number changes. This rulemaking is consistent with existing legislative and regulatory initiatives, such as the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Office of Management and Budget Circular A-130 (Revised February 8, 1996), and the Government Paperwork Reduction Elimination Act of 1998, to reduce the information collection burden on the public and to make information more readily accessible to the public.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Direct Final Rule 07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes

Small Entities Affected:

Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations

Government Levels Affected:

Undetermined

Agency Contact:

Michael D. Collins, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of the Chief Information Officer, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-2488
Email: mdc1@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AF61

4408. MEDICAL USES OF BYPRODUCT MATERIAL

4409. DISPOSAL OF HIGH-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE WASTE IN A PROPOSED GEOLOGIC REPOSITORY AT YUCCA MOUNTAIN, NEVADA

Priority:

Other Significant

Legal Authority:

42 USC 2111; 42 USC 2201; 42 USC 2232; 42 USC 2233; 42 USC 5841

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 35

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The final rule will amend the Commission's regulations to reflect a more risk-based approach to the regulation of the medical uses of byproduct material. Performance-oriented requirements will allow licensees the flexibility to develop procedures appropriate to their uses of byproduct material. The revision would address training and experience requirements for authorized users, RSOs, authorized nuclear pharmacists, and authorized medical physicists. This rulemaking includes development of associated guidance. This rule also addresses a petition for rulemaking submitted by the University of Cincinnati (PRM-20-24).

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 08/06/97 62 FR 42219

ANPRM Comment Period End 03/01/98
NPRM 08/13/98 63 FR 43516

NPRM Comment Period End 12/16/98 63 FR 64829

Final Action 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Cathy Haney, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-6825
Email: cxh@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AF74

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4410. 120-MONTH ISI/IST UPDATE REQUIREMENT

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 063

Legal Deadline:

Other, Statutory, Energy Policy Act of 1992.

Abstract:

The final rule will establish regulations as directed by statute (Energy Policy Act of 1992) for the disposal of high-level waste at Yucca Mountain. The final rule will provide more specific criteria applicable to Yucca Mountain and would state that the more generic requirements in the existing part 60 do not apply and cannot be the subject of litigation in any NRC licensing proceeding for Yucca Mountain. The rule will also address a petition for rulemaking submitted by the States of Nevada and Minnesota (PRM-60-2/2A).

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/22/99 64 FR 8640

NPRM Comment Period End 06/30/99 64 FR 24092

Final Action 06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Tim McCartin, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-6681
Email: tjm3@nrc.gov
Clark Prichard, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-6203
Email: cwp@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG04

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4411. USE OF SIMULATORS IN OPERATOR LICENSING AND CONFORMING CHANGES

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 50

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

This rule would amend the Commission's regulations to require nuclear power plant licensees to update their inservice inspection and inservice testing programs every 120 months to comply with the version of the ASME code incorporated by reference into the regulations and in effect 12 months preceding the start of a new 120-month interval. The Commission disapproved this proposed rulemaking in a Staff Requirements Memorandum dated April 13, 2000, therefore, this rulemaking will be withdrawn.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/27/99 64 FR 22580

NPRM Comment Period End 06/24/99
Final Action 09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Thomas Scarbrough, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-2794
Email: tgs@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG39

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4412. LICENSING PROCEEDINGS FOR THE RECEIPT OF HIGH-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE WASTE AT A GEOLOGIC REPOSITORY: LICENSING SUPPORT NETWORK, DESIGN STANDARDS FOR PARTICIPATING WEBSITES

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 55

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The final rule will amend the Commission's regulations to promote more effective plant operating experience for initial license applicants through improved on-the-job training by allowing use of the simulation facility in lieu of the actual plant to satisfy the license eligibility requirement for performance of control manipulations that affect reactivity or power level. The rulemaking will also facilitate the adaptation of existing simulator support and requalification training programs to the 1998 revision of the national standard (ANSI/ANS-3.5) to eliminate recurring outdated, duplicate, and inefficient simulator performance testing and reporting requirements. This rulemaking will bring the NRC's current regulations up-to-date with evolutionary changes in simulation technology, training, and examination programs. This rulemaking will directly reduce unnecessary regulatory burden by eliminating the current requirement for submittal of certification and performance test reports on a quadrennial basis.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/03/00 65 FR 41021

NPRM Comment Period End 09/18/00
Final Action 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Lawrence Vick, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-3181
Email: lxv@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG40

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4413. UPDATE FUEL PERFORMANCE CONSIDERATIONS AND OTHER FUEL CYCLE ISSUES

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 73

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The final rule will amend the Commission's Rules of Practice applicable to the use of the Licensing Support Network (LSN) for the licensing proceeding on the disposal of high-level waste at a geologic repository. The final amendments will establish the basic data structure and transfer standards (design standards) that LSN participant Web sites must use to make documentary material available. The final amendments will also clarify the authority of the LSN Administrator to establish guidance for LSN participants on how best to meet the design standards and to review participant designs for compliance with the standards. Finally, the amendments will clarify the timing of participant compliance certifications.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/22/00 65 FR 50937

NPRM Comment Period End 10/06/00
Final Action 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Undetermined

Government Levels Affected:

Undetermined

Agency Contact:

Francis X. Cameron, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of the General Counsel, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-1642
Email: fxc@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG44

NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION (NRC)

Long-Term Actions

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 51

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/04/81 46 FR 15154

NPRM Comment Period End 05/04/81
Second NPRM To Be Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Donald P. Cleary
Phone: 301 415-3903
Email: dpc@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AA31

4414. AVAILABILITY OF OFFICIAL RECORDS

4415. DISPOSAL BY RELEASE INTO SANITARY SEWERAGE

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 2

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/23/92 57 FR 61013

NPRM Comment Period End 03/08/93
Final Action To Be Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Catherine M. Holzle
Phone: 301 415-1560
Email: cmh@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AC07

4416. GEOLOGICAL AND SEISMOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF SPENT FUEL STORAGE SYSTEMS

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 20

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 02/25/94 59 FR 9146

ANPRM Comment Period End 05/26/94
NPRM To Be Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Lydia Chang
Phone: 301 415-6319
Email: tfy@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AE90

4417. ADVANCE NOTIFICATION TO NATIVE AMERICAN TRIBES OF TRANSPORTATION OF CERTAIN TYPES OF NUCLEAR WASTE

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 072

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM To Be Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Undetermined

Government Levels Affected:

Undetermined

Agency Contact:

Keith McDaniel
Phone: 301 415-5252
Email: kkm@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG16

4418. RISK-INFORMING SPECIAL TREATMENT REQUIREMENTS

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 71; 10 CFR 73

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 12/21/99 64 FR 71331

ANPRM Comment Period End 07/05/00 65 FR 18010

NPRM To Be Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Roger W. Broseus
Phone: 301 415-7608
Email: rwb@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG41

4419. INTEGRATED RULEMAKING FOR DECOMMISSIONING NUCLEAR POWER REACTORS

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 21; 10 CFR 50; 10 CFF 52; 10 CFR 54; 10 CFR 100

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 03/03/00 65 FR 11488

ANPRM Comment Period End 05/17/00
NPRM To Be Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Tim Reed
Phone: 301 415-1462
Email: tar@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG42

4420. � NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, HANDICAP, AND AGE IN PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES RECEIVING FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 50

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM To Be Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

William Huffman
Phone: 301 415-1141
Email: wch@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG47

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4421. CRITERIA FOR AN EXTRAORDINARY NUCLEAR OCCURRENCE

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 4

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The proposed rule would incorporate the Civil Rights Restoration Act's definitions of "program or activity" and "program" into Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1972, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and would promote consistent and adequate enforcement of these studies.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/06/00 65 FR 76460

NPRM Comment Period End 01/05/01
Final Action To Be Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Marva C. Gary, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Small Business and Civil Rights, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-7382
Email: mcg@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG65

NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION (NRC)

Completed Actions

4422. DOMESTIC LICENSING OF SPECIAL NUCLEAR MATERIAL

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

42 USC 2201; 42 USC 2210; 42 USC 5841; 42 USC 5842

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 140

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The final rule revises the criteria for an extraordinary nuclear occurrence (ENO) to eliminate the problems encountered in the Three Mile Island ENO determination. The Commission has determined that this rulemaking is unnecessary, and withdraws this proposed rule. This notice of withdrawal also addresses a petition for rulemaking submitted by the Public Citizen Litigation Group and the Critical Mass Energy Project (PRM-140-1).

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Withdrawn 10/23/00 65 FR 63221

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Harry S. Tovmassian, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-3092
Email: hst@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AB01

4423. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR NUCLEAR POWER REACTORS AND INDEPENDENT SPENT FUEL STORAGE INSTALLATIONS AT POWER REACTOR SITES

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

42 USC 2201; 42 USC 2231; 42 USC 2241; 42 USC 2282

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 70

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The final rule amends the Commission's regulations to provide a risk-informed performance-based regulation for certain licensees authorized to possess a critical mass of special nuclear material. Concurrent with this amendment, companion support guidance documents are being developed for issuance. The rule requires affected licensees to conduct an integrated safety analysis to identify potential accidents at the facility and the items relied on for safety. This rulemaking also addresses a petition for rulemaking submitted by the Nuclear Energy Institute (PRM-70-7).
This rulemaking, with the exception of section 70.76, is effective October 18, 2000. Section 70.76 will become effective after the issuance of staff guidance for the implementation of that provision. Once this guidance has been developed, the NRC will publish a Federal Register notice specifying the effective date of section 70.76.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 09/18/00 65 FR 56211

Final Rule Effective 10/18/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Andrew Persinko, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Material Safety and, Safeguards, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-6522
Email: axp1@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AF22

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4424. REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTAIN GENERALLY LICENSED INDUSTRIAL DEVICES CONTAINING BYPRODUCT MATERIAL

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 50; 10 CFR 72

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The final rule changes the event reporting requirements for nuclear power reactors contained in sections 50.72 and 50.73 to better align the reporting requirements with the NRC's need for information to carry out its safety mission, reduce the reporting burden consistent with the NRC's needs, clarify the reporting requirements, and maintain consistency with NRC actions to improve integrated plant assessments.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 10/25/00 65 FR 63769

Final Rule Effective 01/23/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Dennis P. Allison, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-1178
Email: dpa@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AF98

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4425. USE OF POTASSIUM IODIDE (KI) BY THE GENERAL PUBLIC AFTER A SEVERE ACCIDENT AT A NUCLEAR POWER PLANT

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 30; 10 CFR 31; 10 CFR 32

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The final rule amends the Commission's regulations for certain industrial devices containing byproduct material to include more specific provisions for a registration and accounting program, including associated fees, and modification of the quarterly transfer reporting requirements for manufacturers and initial distributors of these industrial devices. The rule also modifies the reporting, recordkeeping, and labeling requirements for specific licensees who distribute these generally licensed devices they possess, and to ensure that general licensees are aware of and understand the requirements for the possession of devices containing byproduct material.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 12/18/00 65 FR 79162

Final Rule Effective 02/16/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes

Small Entities Affected:

Businesses

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Catherine R. Mattsen, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-6264
Email: crm@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG03

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 050

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The final rule amends the Commission's regulations to require that consideration be given to include the use of potassium iodide (KI) in conjunction with sheltering and evacuation as a protective measure for the general public. The rulemaking addresses two petitions for rulemaking submitted by Peter Crane (PRM-50-63 and PRM-50-63A).

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 01/19/01 66 FR 5427

Final Rule Effective 04/19/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Small Entities Affected:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Michael T. Jamgochian, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-3224
Email: mtj1@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG11

4426. NEW DOSIMETRY TECHNOLOGY

4427. LIST OF APPROVED SPENT FUEL STORAGE CASKS: ADDITION OF THE NAC - UMS CASK

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

42 USC 2201; 42 USC 5841; 42 USC 2073; 42 USC 2111

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 020; 10 CFR 034; 10 CFR 036; 10 CFR 039

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The final rule amends the Commission's regulations to allow licensees to use any type of personnel dosimeter that requires processing to determine the radiation dose, provided that the processor of the dosimeter is accredited to process this type of dosimeter under the National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program, operated by the National Institute of Standards and Technology.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Direct Final Rule 10/24/00 65 FR 63750

Direct Final Rule Effective 01/08/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Small Entities Affected:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Betty Ann Torres, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-0191
Email: bat@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG21

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 72

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The final rule amends the Commission's regulations to add the NAC-UMS cask system to the List of Approved Spent Fuel Storage Casks. This rulemaking allows the holders of power reactor operating licenses to store spent fuel in the NAC-UMS cask system under a general license.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 10/19/00 65 FR 62581

Final Rule Effective 11/20/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Small Entities Affected:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Stanley P. Turel, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-6234
Email: spt@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG32

4428. QUALITY ASSURANCE PROGRAM CHANGES

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4429. RELOCATION OF NRC'S PUBLIC DOCUMENT ROOM; MINOR CHANGES

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 50

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The proposed rule would have amended the Commission's regulations to allow licensees to make unilateral changes to their QA programs. The NRC is terminating its plans to develop a voluntary option alternative to its regulations to allow licensees to make unilateral changes to the QA program description. This action is being taken because the petitioner, the Nuclear Energy Institute, has withdrawn the remaining issues raised in its petition for rulemaking submitted on June 8, 1995 (PRM-50-62).

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Withdrawn 12/06/00 65 FR 76178

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Robert L. Peltis Jr., Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation
Phone: 301 415-3214
Email: rlp4@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG45

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4430. EXPORT AND IMPORT OF NUCLEAR EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 1; 10 CFR 2; 10 CFR 7; 10 CFR 19; 10 CFR 20; 10 CFR 21; 10 CFR 30; 10 CFR 35; 10 CFR 40; 10 CFR 50; 10 CFR 51; 10 CFR 53; 10 CFR 55; 10 CFR 60; 10 CFR 61; 10 CFR 70; ...

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The final rule amends the Commission's regulations to reflect the relocation of the NRC's Public Document Room from Washington, DC, to the NRC Headquarters offices in Rockville, Maryland.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 09/11/00 65 FR 54865

Final Rule Effective 09/26/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Thomas E. Smith, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of the Chief Information Officer, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-7204
Email: tes@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG46

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4431. LIST OF APPROVED SPENT FUEL STORAGE CASKS: ADDITION OF THE FUEL SOLUTIONS CASK

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 110

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The final rule amends the Commission's regulations pertaining to the export and import of nuclear equipment and materials. This rulemaking is necessary to reflect the nuclear non-proliferation policies of the Executive Branch and U.S. Government obligations under nuclear agreements for cooperation, and to update the export controls of the United States in respect to the multilateral export control recommendations of the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty Exporters Committee (Zangger Committee) and the Nuclear Suppliers Group, of which the United States is a member. Also, this final rule makes certain editorial revisions, and corrects typographical errors.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 11/22/00 65 FR 70287

Final Rule Effective 12/22/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Suzanne Schuyler-Hayes, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of International Programs, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-2333
Email: ssh@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG51

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4432. LIST OF APPROVED SPENT FUEL STORAGE CASKS: ADDITION OF THE NAC-UMS CASK

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 72

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The final rule amends the Commission's regulations to add the Fuel Solutions cask system to the list of approved spent fuel storage casks so that holders of operating power reactor licenses can use this cask under a general license.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 01/16/01 66 FR 3444

Final Rule Effective 02/15/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Stanley P. Turel, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-6234
Email: spt@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG54

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4433. TERMINATION OF SECTION 274I AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE OF LOUISIANA AND THE NRC

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 72

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The final rule amends the Commission's regulations to revise Certificate of Compliance (COC) No. 1015 for the NAC International (NAC) NAC-UMS Universal Storage System (NAC-UMS). This revision permits two changes to the NAC-UMS cask design. First, the maximum spent fuel burnup limit is increased from 45,000 to 50,000 MWD/MTU [megawatt days per metric ton of uranium]. Second, the storage of damaged spent fuel is permitted in a damaged fuel container. The rule allows the holders of power reactor operating licenses to store spent fuel in the NAC-UMS cask system under a general license.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Direct Final Rule 12/07/00 65 FR 76895

Direct Final Rule Effective 02/20/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Keith McDaniel, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-5252
Email: kkm@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG57

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4434. � LIST OF APPROVED SPENT FUEL STORAGE CASKS: TN-32 REVISION

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 150

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The final rule amends the Commission's regulations by removing the specific reference to the inspection agreement, referred to as the 274i Agreement, with the State of Louisiana. The 274i Agreement allowed the State of Louisiana to perform inspections or other functions in offshore waters adjacent to Louisiana on behalf of the NRC. This action is necessary due to a letter from the Governor of Louisiana requesting termination of the Agreement. In it, he noted difficulties arranging transportation and lack of both financial and personnel resources that made it burdensome to conduct offshore activities for the NRC. The State of Louisiana and the NRC have concluded that the 274i Agreement is no longer needed and is terminating the 274i Agreement.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 01/19/01 66 FR 5441

Final Rule Effective 01/19/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Stephanie P. Bush-Goddard, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-6257
Email: spb@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG60

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4435. � LIST OF APPROVED SPENT FUEL STORAGE CASKS: HI-STAR 100 CASK SYSTEM, AMENDMENT 2

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 72

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The direct final rule amends the Commission's regulations to revise the Transnuclear, Inc.,TN-32 cask system listing in the List of Approved Spent Fuel Storage Casks to include Amendment No. 1 to the Certificate of Compliance. This amendment allows holders of power reactor operating licenses to store an additional type of spent fuel, B&W/FCF 17x17 Mark BW fuel assembly, in TN-32 cask under the revised conditions. This amendment also allows analysis of verification of allowable seismic loads.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Direct Final Rule 12/05/00 65 FR 75853

Direct Final Rule Effective 02/20/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Small Entities Affected:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Roger W. Broseus, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-7608
Email: rwb@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG66

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4436. � NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF SEX IN EDUCATION PROGRAMS OR ACTIVITIES RECEIVING FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 72

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The direct final rule amends the Commission's regulations to revise the Certificate of Compliance No. 1008 for the HI-STAR 100 cask system. This change modifies the specifications for the cask pad and foundation. The changes will give individual cask users more flexibility in designing the site-specific cask pads.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 03/13/01 66 FR 14483

Final Action Effective 05/29/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Stanley P. Turel, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-6234
Email: spt@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG67

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4437. � LIST OF APPROVED SPENT FUEL STORAGE CASKS: VSC-24 STORAGE CASKS, AMENDMENT 3

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 5

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The final rule amends the Commission's regulations to include a list of the types of Federal financial assistance activities administered by the NRC under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended (Title IX). Title IX prohibits recipients of Federal financial assistance from discriminating on the basis of sex in education programs or activities. Subpart F of the Title IX common rule (August 30, 2000; 65 FR 52858) requires each Federal agency that awards Federal financial assistance to publish in the Federal Register a list of Federal financial assistance administered by that Agency.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 01/04/01 66 FR 708

Final Rule Effective 02/05/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Marva C. Gary, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Small Business and Civil Rights, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-7382
Email: mcg@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG68

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

4438. � LIST OF APPROVED SPENT FUEL STORAGE CASKS: FUELSOLUTIONS REVISION

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

10 CFR 72

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The direct final rule amends the Commission's regulations to revise the Certificate of Compliance No. 1007 for the VSC-24 cask system. This change modifies the fuel specifications for Combustion Engineering 16 x 16 spent fuel stored in the VSC-24 cask system.

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Action 03/06/01 66 FR 13407

Final Action Effective 05/21/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Stanley P. Turel, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards, Washington, DC 20555-0001
Phone: 301 415-6234
Email: spt@nrc.gov

RIN:

3150-AG70

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: