42 U.S.C. Chapter 108 – Nuclear Waste Policy Act (Cornell Law School LII)

This section of the U.S. Code – Title 42, Chapter 108 is the federal law known as the Nuclear Waste Policy Act (NWPA). It is the United States’ primary statute governing the federal government’s management and disposal of spent nuclear fuel and high-level radioactive waste. The law lays out a nationwide system for handling nuclear […]

NRC Regulations – 10 CFR Part 71

10 C.F.R. Part 71 is a binding federal regulation issued by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). It governs the packaging and transportation of radioactive materials, including spent nuclear fuel, across the United States. It is part of Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations, which contains the core federal rules for nuclear energy and […]

NRC Regulations – 10 CFR Part 72 (storage)

10 C.F.R. Part 72 is a binding federal regulation issued by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). It governs the licensing and operation of facilities that store spent nuclear fuel and high-level radioactive waste, including both on-site storage at nuclear plants and off-site or centralized storage installations. This regulation is part of Title 10 of […]

NRC v. Texas (No. 23-1300) Supreme Court Docket

Access the NRC v. Texas, No. 23-1300 Supreme Court Docket resource for official case filings, legal briefs, and court proceedings. Explore key documents related to nuclear regulatory authority and interim storage litigation before the U.S. Supreme Court.

Consent-Based Siting Process Report

Explore the Consent-Based Siting Process Report covering strategies, policies, and community engagement approaches for nuclear waste management projects. Access detailed insights into federal recommendations, stakeholder collaboration, and siting best practices.

NRC Consolidated Interim Storage Facility (CISF)

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NRC Page: Interim Storage Partners (WCS CISF)

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NRC Record of Decision: ISP License SNM-2515

Explore the NRC Record of Decision for ISP License SNM-2515, detailing regulatory approvals and findings for interim spent nuclear fuel storage. Access official NRC decision documents, licensing information, and environmental review summaries.