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2026 Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
August 24–27, 2026
Dallas, TX|Hilton Anatole
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A closer look at NRC’s proposed rule eliminating ALARA
On July 1, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission proposed removing the “as low as reasonably achievable” (ALARA) principle from its radiation protection regulations and replacing it with a graded approach. The agency also proposed increases to effluent dose limits and adjusting how it handles allowances for exceeding dose limits.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026|5:30–7:00PM MDT
Grand Ballroom 2
Join the ANS CARES committee for a fun networking reception on Tuesday, June 2. Prizes (including ANS store gift cards and a full year membership) will be awarded for participants in our Networking Scavenger Hunt! Drinks and light appetizers will be served 5:30pm – 7pm in Grand Ballroom 2. Look forward to seeing you there!
Sponsored by: Idaho National Lab, Nuclear Energy Institute, University of Tennessee, University of Wisconsin, University of Florida, Virginia Commonwealth University, Analysis and Measurement Services, University of Michigan, University of Idaho ANS Student Section, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Pennsylvania State University, ANS Young Members Group, and The Ohio State University