NRC Approves Palisades License Amendment Request

On October 13, the NRC approved a license amendment requested by Palisades Energy (Holtec) allowing the use of custom equipment and procedures to move a tilted nuclear fuel assembly from the reactor core to the spent fuel pool. The NRC's review confirmed that the activity can be carried out safely and in compliance with NRC regulatory requirements.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission was created as an expert, technical agency to protect public health, safety, and security, and regulate the civilian use of nuclear materials, including enabling the deployment of nuclear power for the benefit of society. Among other responsibilities, the agency issues licenses, conducts inspections, initiates and enforces regulations, and plans for incident response. The NRC is collaborating with interagency partners to implement reforms outlined in new Executive Orders and the ADVANCE Act to streamline agency activities and enhance efficiency.