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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.
Technical Session|Panel|Sponsored by DESD
Tuesday, November 11, 2025|1:00–2:45PM EST|Cardozo
Session Chair:
Leah S. Parks
Session Organizer:
Alternate Chair:
Matt Darois
As deployment of advanced reactors accelerates, federal and state agencies are increasing efforts to “right-size” environmental reviews to match the inherent lower risk profile of these technologies. This panel will dive into key reforms aimed at streamlining environmental permitting, National Environmental Policy Act reviews and related consultations. Panelists will highlight how these initiatives support efficient, risk-informed licensing while upholding environmental protections and transparency in decision-making.
Nicholas McMurray
Senior Program Director for Nuclear Energy, ClearPath
Marty OâNeill
Nuclear Energy Institute
Mary Scales
INL
Matthew Aumeier
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