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The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has issued a final policy statement on its intended approach to nuclear plant licensees as the electric industry moves toward greater competition.
While the NRC has concluded that its regulations can address future changes, it is considering revising its financial and assurance requirements for decommissioning funds.
The statement addresses the NRC's concerns about the adequacy of decommissioning funds and about the potential impact of economic deregulation, and the effect of various industry restructuring actions on the operational safety of reactors.
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