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2026 Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo (NECX)
August 24–27, 2026
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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.
July 14, 2025|1:00–2:00PM (2:00–3:00PM EDT)
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The state continues to embrace that tradition as nuclear developers announce new projects, the state legislature passes new laws supporting nuclear, and public support grows daily.
The future of nuclear energy will depend on numerous groups, organizations, governments, and individuals working effectively and efficiently to drive innovation and adoption. U.S. states will be integral to this proposition and have been making huge progress towards studying nuclear opportunities, removing barriers, and increasing support. This webinar dives into some of the unique and important actions that states are taking alongside federal, private, and other partners.
Roland Backhaus
Nuclear Energy Regulatory and Transactional Attorney, Vistra
Reed Clay
President, Texas Nuclear Alliance
Jon Guidroz
Senior Vice President of Commercialization and Strategy, Aalo Atomics
Jarred Shaffer
Budget and Policy Advisor, Office of Texas Governor Greg Abbott
Moderator: Craig Piercy
Executive Director/CEO, American Nuclear Society
