The Trump administration is tightening control over the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), requiring White House review of nuclear reactor safety regulations. This marks a significant shift for the historically independent agency. New procedures have been finalized, including a draft executive order aimed at overhauling the NRC, which proposes staff reductions and expedited reviews of reactor designs. Critics, including former NRC Chair Allison Macfarlane, fear these changes compromise safety by allowing political and industry influences to interfere with regulation, potentially increasing the risk of nuclear accidents.
The Trump administration has instituted new rules for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, mandating White House review of reactor safety protocols, undermining the agency's historic independence.
Recent changes to the NRC represent a significant departure from its traditional autonomy, raising alarms among critics concerned about the potential impact on public safety.
Expert Allison Macfarlane warns that reducing the NRC's independence could lead to unsafe regulatory practices, increasing the risk of nuclear accidents due to political and industry pressures.
Draft orders promoting the nuclear industry suggest an aggressive push by the Trump administration for regulatory changes, including expedited reactor design approvals and potential compromises on safety standards.
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