PR: American Nuclear Society welcomes Senate confirmation of Douglas Weaver as NRC commissioner

“On behalf of the 12,000 members of the American Nuclear Society, we congratulate Mr. Weaver on his confirmation to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. With the recent swearing-in of Commissioner Nieh and today’s Senate confirmation of Mr. Weaver, the five-member Commission is now fully restored. America’s nuclear safety and security interests are best served by a full roster of commissioners with proven technical expertise and professional qualifications. America’s nuclear scientific community looks forward to working with Mr. Weaver and his fellow commissioners in support of the NRC’s mission to ensure the safe, secure, and timely licensing of the next generation of nuclear technologies.”

About the American Nuclear Society (ANS):

Established in 1954, the American Nuclear Society (ANS) is an international professional organization of engineers, scientists, technologists, teachers, and healthcare providers devoted to the peaceful applications of nuclear science and technology. Its more than 12,000 members represent government, academia, research laboratories, medical facilities, and private industry. ANS's mission is to advance, foster, and spur the development and application of nuclear science, engineering, and technology for the benefit of humanity.

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