NIA Public Comments
On October 31, 2024, the NRC published the proposed Part 53 rule in the Federal Register for public comment (Docket ID NRC-2019-0062). Stakeholders still have concerns about the current draft of Part 53. Fifteen stakeholder organizations participated in a workshop consensus process that culminated in this document.
This comment focuses on select aspects of the proposed Part 53 rule where there was strong stakeholder consensus on changes or clarifications. By addressing stakeholder concerns and refining the rule, the NRC can create a regulatory environment that supports the safe, timely, and cost-effective deployment of advanced reactors.